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superintend · manager · rule

wisdom

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Strokes10
Frequency#1597
Radicalroof(3)

Stroke Order

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Strokes10

Component Breakdown

=

roof + 辛

Cultural Context

Etymology

Composed of roof and bitter. Governing house.

Symbolism

Preside, minister, govern. Represents governing.

Related Culture & Scenes

  • Following rules

Words & Expressions

Four-Character Compounds

伴食宰相

ばんしょくさいしょう

incompetent cabinet minister; figurehead minister; incompetent cabinet minister

宰領の器

さいりょうのき

The capacity for leadership; The ability to lead and manage others