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劾
On'yomi
ガイ
GAI
censure · criminal investigation
Details
Stroke Order
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Strokes8
Cultural Context
Etymology
Composed of boar and power. Questioning crimes with power.
Symbolism
Impeachment, denunciation, pursuit. Represents questioning crimes.
Component Breakdown
劾=
亥力
亥 + power
Words & Expressions
Words written with 劾
弾劾だんがいaccusation
Proverbs & Idioms
弾劾は民の声
だんがいはたみのこえ
Impeachment is the voice of the people
Holding the powerful accountable reflects the will of the people
Other kanji with the same meaning
“censure”
Frequently Asked Questions
What does 劾 mean in Japanese?
劾 means censure, criminal investigation.
How do you read 劾?
On'yomi: ガイ (GAI).
How many strokes does 劾 have?
劾 has 8 strokes. Its radical is 力 (power).
Is 劾 a good kanji for a tattoo?
劾 is one of the kanji most often chosen for tattoos. It means censure, criminal investigation. Read the full meaning and cultural background on this page first — some popular choices are deliberately dark.
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