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盟
On'yomi
メイ
MEI
alliance · oath
Details
Stroke Order
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Strokes13
Component Breakdown
盟=
明皿
明 + 皿
Cultural Context
Etymology
Composed of bright and dish. Bright dish.
Symbolism
Alliance, league, pact. Represents alliance.
Words & Expressions
Four-Character Compounds
同盟罷業
どうめいひぎょう
strike; strike
盟神探湯
めいしんたんとう
trial by hot water; putting a person's hand in boiling water to determine their guilt or innocence (with the belief that the innocent would not be scalded); trial by hot water
Frequently Asked Questions
What does 盟 mean in Japanese?
盟 means alliance, oath.
How do you read 盟?
On'yomi: メイ (MEI).
How many strokes does 盟 have?
盟 has 13 strokes. Its radical is 皿 (dish).
Is 盟 a good kanji for a tattoo?
Yes. 盟 (alliance, oath) has a clear positive meaning and no embarrassing alternate readings, making it a solid tattoo choice.