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忌
On'yomi
キ
KI
Kun'yomi
い.む・い.み・い.まわしい
imu / imi / imawashii
mourning · abhor · detestable · death anniversary
Details
Stroke Order
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Component Breakdown
忌=
己心
己 + heart
Cultural Context
Etymology
Composed of self and heart. Heart disliking.
Symbolism
Avoidance, taboo, mourning. Represents things to avoid.
Related Culture & Scenes
- — Enjoying a meal
Words & Expressions
Proverbs & Idioms
忌憚なく言う
きたんなくいう
To speak without reserve
To express opinions frankly and openly
Frequently Asked Questions
What does 忌 mean in Japanese?
忌 means mourning, abhor, detestable, death anniversary.
How do you read 忌?
On'yomi: キ (KI). Kun'yomi: い.む、い.み、い.まわしい (imu, imi, imawashii).
How many strokes does 忌 have?
忌 has 7 strokes. Its radical is 心 (heart).
Is 忌 a good kanji for a tattoo?
Yes. 忌 (mourning, abhor, detestable, death anniversary) has a clear positive meaning and no embarrassing alternate readings, making it a solid tattoo choice.
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