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畏
On'yomi
イ
I
Kun'yomi
おそ.れる・かしこま.る・かしこ・かしこ.し
osoreru / kashikomaru / kashiko / kashikoshi
fear · majestic · graciously · be apprehensive
darkelegant
Details
Strokes9
Frequency#2389
Radical田field(5)
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Strokes9
Cultural Context
Etymology
Composed of field and abbreviated ghost. Fearing ghost.
Symbolism
Awe, fear, reverence. Represents respect for the sacred.
Related Culture & Scenes
- — Feeling of reverence
Words & Expressions
Four-Character Compounds
畏怖嫌厭
いふけんえん
feelings of dread and aversion; feelings of dread and aversion
後生可畏
こうせいかい
the young should be regarded with respect; the young should be regarded with respect
畏れ多い
おそれおおい
Too honored to accept; Feeling unworthy of an honor