惑
beguile · delusion · perplexity
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Cultural Context
Etymology
Combines 'enclosure' (或) with 'heart' (心), depicting a heart lost within boundaries. Means confusion and bewilderment.
Symbolism
Symbolizes doubt, temptation, and perplexity. Represents states where correct judgment fails and hearts waver.
Component Breakdown
或 + heart
Words & Expressions
Words written with 惑
Four-Character Compounds
知者不惑
ちしゃふわく
a wise person always follows the right course; a wise man never wavers
迷惑千万
めいわくせんばん
great nuisance; extremely annoying; quite embarrassing
四十不惑
しじゅうふわく
at age forty, one has no doubts
迷惑至極
めいわくしごく
great nuisance; extremely annoying; quite embarrassing
Anime & Manga
2.5次元の誘惑
2.5 Dimensional Seduction
A well-known work with 惑 in its Japanese title.
恋する小惑星〈アステロイド〉
Asteroid in Love
A well-known work with 惑 in its Japanese title.
惑星のさみだれ
Lucifer and the Biscuit Hammer
A well-known work with 惑 in its Japanese title.
最果てに惑う
Saihate ni Madou
A well-known work with 惑 in its Japanese title.
Other kanji with the same meaning
“delusion”
Frequently Asked Questions
What does 惑 mean in Japanese?
惑 means beguile, delusion, perplexity.
How do you read 惑?
On'yomi: ワク (WAKU). Kun'yomi: まど.う (madou).
How many strokes does 惑 have?
惑 has 12 strokes. Its radical is 心 (heart).
Is 惑 a good kanji for a tattoo?
惑 is one of the kanji most often chosen for tattoos. It means beguile, delusion, perplexity. Read the full meaning and cultural background on this page first — some popular choices are deliberately dark.
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