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虐
On'yomi
ギャク
GYAKU
Kun'yomi
しいた.げる
shiitageru
tyrannize · oppress
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Component Breakdown
虐=
虍匚一
tiger + 匚 + one
Cultural Context
Etymology
Composed of tiger and phonetic. Cruel like tiger.
Symbolism
Abuse, cruelty, oppression. Represents cruel treatment.
Words & Expressions
Four-Character Compounds
暴虐非道
ぼうぎゃくひどう
violent and cruel; tyrannical and atrocious; violent and cruel
Proverbs & Idioms
虐げられる者は強くなる
しいたげられるものはつよくなる
The oppressed become strong
Those who suffer adversity develop resilience
Frequently Asked Questions
What does 虐 mean in Japanese?
虐 means tyrannize, oppress.
How do you read 虐?
On'yomi: ギャク (GYAKU). Kun'yomi: しいた.げる (shiitageru).
How many strokes does 虐 have?
虐 has 9 strokes. Its radical is 虍 (tiger).
Is 虐 a good kanji for a tattoo?
Yes. 虐 (tyrannize, oppress) has a clear positive meaning and no embarrassing alternate readings, making it a solid tattoo choice.
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