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虫
On'yomi
チュウ・キ
CHUU / KI
Kun'yomi
むし
mushi
insect · bug · temper
nature
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Strokes6
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Cultural Context
Etymology
Pictograph of insect.
Symbolism
Insect, pest, bug. Represents insect.
Related Culture & Scenes
- — Sound of insects
Seasonal
"Insect voices" is an autumn seasonal word. The culture of enjoying autumn insect songs—bell crickets, pine crickets—is uniquely Japanese autumn atmosphere.
Words & Expressions
Proverbs & Idioms
虫の居所が悪い
むしのいどころがわるい
The bug is in a bad spot
Being in a bad mood or easily irritated