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抑
On'yomi
ヨク
YOKU
Kun'yomi
おさ.える
osaeru
repress · well · now · in the first place · push · shove · press · seal · do in spite of
nature
Details
Strokes7
Frequency#834
Radical手hand(4)
Stroke Order
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Strokes7
Component Breakdown
抑=
扌卬
hand + 卬
Cultural Context
Etymology
Combines 'hand' (扌) with 'look up' reversed (卬), depicting pressing down with hands. Indicates suppressing emotions or actions.
Symbolism
Symbolizes restraint, self-control, and regulation. Represents rational power to curb impulses and maintain balance.
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