Wu kingdom

1. Origins, structure, and basic meaning

• Structure: 呉 denotes the old kingdom of Wu; its on-reading is ご.
• Basic usage: 呉音, read ごおん, names a tradition of kanji readings; 呉服, read ごふく, means traditional Japanese textiles or clothing.

2. Common pitfalls and similar expressions

• Traditional garments and fabric
  • 呉服 can refer to a traditional garment being remade or to fabric used to make something such as a small pouch.