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賂
On'yomi
ロ
RO
Kun'yomi
まいな.い・まいな.う
mainai / mainau
bribe
Details
Strokes13
Radical貝shell(7)
Stroke Order
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Strokes13
Cultural Context
Etymology
Combines 'shell/money' (貝) with 'each' (各), representing giving wealth individually—bribery.
Symbolism
Symbolizes bribery, impropriety, and corruption. Represents illegitimate benefit provision and its social harms.
Component Breakdown
賂=
貝各
shell + 各
Words & Expressions
Words written with 賂
賄賂わいろdouceur
Other kanji with the same meaning
“bribe”
Frequently Asked Questions
What does 賂 mean in Japanese?
賂 means bribe.
How do you read 賂?
On'yomi: ロ (RO). Kun'yomi: まいな.い、まいな.う (mainai, mainau).
How many strokes does 賂 have?
賂 has 13 strokes. Its radical is 貝 (shell).
Is 賂 a good kanji for a tattoo?
賂 is one of the kanji most often chosen for tattoos. It means bribe. Read the full meaning and cultural background on this page first — some popular choices are deliberately dark.
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