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On'yomi
GI
Kun'yomi
あざむ.く
azamuku

deceit · cheat · delude

Details

Strokes12
Frequency#1541
Radicallack(4)

Stroke Order

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Strokes12

Component Breakdown

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其 + yawn

Cultural Context

Etymology

Composed of that and lack. Deceiving with open mouth.

Symbolism

Deceive, fraud, lie. Represents deceiving.

Related Culture & Scenes

  • Enjoying a meal

Words & Expressions

Four-Character Compounds

自己欺瞞

じこぎまん

self-deception; self-deceit; self-deception

Proverbs & Idioms

欺かれる者も悪い

あざむかれるものもわるい

The deceived are also at fault

Those who are tricked bear some responsibility

Frequently Asked Questions

What does 欺 mean in Japanese?

欺 means deceit, cheat, delude.

How do you read 欺?

On'yomi: ギ (GI). Kun'yomi: あざむ.く (azamuku).

How many strokes does 欺 have?

欺 has 12 strokes. Its radical is 欠 (lack).

Is 欺 a good kanji for a tattoo?

Yes. 欺 (deceit, cheat, delude) has a clear positive meaning and no embarrassing alternate readings, making it a solid tattoo choice.

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