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脅
On'yomi
キョウ
KYOU
Kun'yomi
おびや.かす・おど.す・おど.かす
obiyakasu / odosu / odokasu
threaten · coerce
Details
Strokes10
Frequency#1183
Radical肉meat(6)
Stroke Order
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Strokes10
Component Breakdown
脅=
劦月
劦 + moon
Cultural Context
Etymology
Composed of flesh and power. Threatening flesh with power.
Symbolism
Threat, menace, fear. Represents intimidating.
Related Culture & Scenes
- — Enjoying a meal
Words & Expressions
Proverbs & Idioms
脅しは実行せずんば効かず
おどしはじっこうせずんばきかず
Threats without action are ineffective
Intimidation only works when backed by action