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Cultural Context
Etymology
Composed of bundle and power. Decreeing with power.
Symbolism
Imperial order, edict, emperor. Represents imperial order.
Component Breakdown
勅=
束力
束 + power
Words & Expressions
Proverbs & Idioms
勅命に背くべからず
ちょくめいにそむくべからず
Never disobey an imperial order
Imperial commands must be followed without question
Frequently Asked Questions
What does 勅 mean in Japanese?
勅 means imperial order.
How do you read 勅?
On'yomi: チョク (CHOKU). Kun'yomi: いまし.める、みことのり (imashimeru, mikotonori).
How many strokes does 勅 have?
勅 has 9 strokes. Its radical is 力 (power).
Is 勅 a good kanji for a tattoo?
勅 is one of the kanji most often chosen for tattoos. It means imperial order. Read the full meaning and cultural background on this page first — some popular choices are deliberately dark.