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On'yomi
BU
Kun'yomi
あなど.る・あなず.る
anadoru / anazuru

scorn · despise · make light of · contempt

Details

Strokes8
Frequency#2004
Radicalperson(2)

Stroke Order

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Strokes8

Component Breakdown

=

person + 每

Cultural Context

Etymology

Composed of person and every. Scorning person.

Symbolism

Insult, scorn, look down. Represents scorning.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does 侮 mean in Japanese?

侮 means scorn, despise, make light of, contempt.

How do you read 侮?

On'yomi: ブ (BU). Kun'yomi: あなど.る、あなず.る (anadoru, anazuru).

How many strokes does 侮 have?

侮 has 8 strokes. Its radical is 人 (person).

Is 侮 a good kanji for a tattoo?

Yes. 侮 (scorn, despise, make light of, contempt) has a clear positive meaning and no embarrassing alternate readings, making it a solid tattoo choice.

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