解 solve / untie

The cow got its horn all tangled up in rope from that damned KITE again. Use your sword to "untie" the knot.

solution ★★★★☆
解 (solve / untie) + 決 (decide) = 解決 (solution)

comprehend, understand. ★★★☆☆
理 (reason) + 解 (solve / untie) = 理解 (comprehend, understand.)

correct answer ★★★☆☆
正 (correct) + 解 (solve / untie) = 正解 (correct answer)

an interpretation ★★☆☆☆

an interpretation. Not like interpreters at the U.N., but like "What is your interpretation of this painting, Mr. Art Critic????"

band breaks up ★☆☆☆☆
解 (solve / untie) + 散 (scatter) = 解散 (band breaks up)