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劾
On'yomi
ガイ
GAI
censure · criminal investigation
Details
Stroke Order
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Strokes8
Component Breakdown
劾=
亥力
亥 + power
Cultural Context
Etymology
Composed of boar and power. Questioning crimes with power.
Symbolism
Impeachment, denunciation, pursuit. Represents questioning crimes.
Words & Expressions
Proverbs & Idioms
弾劾は民の声
だんがいはたみのこえ
Impeachment is the voice of the people
Holding the powerful accountable reflects the will of the people
Frequently Asked Questions
What does 劾 mean in Japanese?
劾 means censure, criminal investigation.
How do you read 劾?
On'yomi: ガイ (GAI).
How many strokes does 劾 have?
劾 has 8 strokes. Its radical is 力 (power).
Is 劾 a good kanji for a tattoo?
Yes. 劾 (censure, criminal investigation) has a clear positive meaning and no embarrassing alternate readings, making it a solid tattoo choice.
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