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臆
On'yomi
オク・ヨク
OKU / YOKU
Kun'yomi
むね・おくする
mune / okusuru
timidity · heart · mind · fear · cowardly
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Component Breakdown
臆=
月意
moon + 意
Cultural Context
Etymology
Composed of flesh and meaning. Feelings in chest.
Symbolism
Cowardice, guess, inner feelings. Represents weakness of heart and speculation.
Related Culture & Scenes
- — Challenging without fear
Words & Expressions
Four-Character Compounds
揣摩臆測
しまおくそく
conjectures and surmises; speculation; giving one's imagination full play without any ground; conjectures and surmises
Proverbs & Idioms
臆することなく
おくすることなく
Without hesitation
Boldly without fear