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賄
On'yomi
ワイ
WAI
Kun'yomi
まかな.う
makanau
bribe · board · supply · finance
Details
Stroke Order
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Strokes13
Cultural Context
Etymology
Combines 'shell/money' (貝) with 'have' (有), representing giving wealth to others—bribes.
Symbolism
Symbolizes bribery, corruption, and provisions. Carries dual meanings of illicit money and providing meals.
Component Breakdown
賄=
貝有
shell + 有
Words & Expressions
Words written with 賄
賄賂わいろdouceur
賄うまかなうgive board
贈賄ぞうわいgiving a bribe
収賄しゅうわいaccepting a bribe
贈収賄ぞうしゅうわいbribery
Other kanji with the same meaning
Frequently Asked Questions
What does 賄 mean in Japanese?
賄 means bribe, board, supply, finance.
How do you read 賄?
On'yomi: ワイ (WAI). Kun'yomi: まかな.う (makanau).
How many strokes does 賄 have?
賄 has 13 strokes. Its radical is 貝 (shell).
Is 賄 a good kanji for a tattoo?
賄 is one of the kanji most often chosen for tattoos. It means bribe, board, supply, finance. Read the full meaning and cultural background on this page first — some popular choices are deliberately dark.