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裁
On'yomi
サイ
SAI
Kun'yomi
た.つ・さば.く
tatsu / sabaku
tailor · judge · decision · cut out (pattern)
wisdom
Details
Strokes12
Frequency#297
Radical衣clothes(6)
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Strokes12
Cultural Context
Etymology
Composed of phonetic and clothes. Cutting clothes.
Symbolism
Trial, sewing, sanction. Represents judging.
Words & Expressions
Four-Character Compounds
鉄拳制裁
てっけんせいさい
(punishment by) striking with fists; (punishment by) striking with fists
欠席裁判
けっせきさいばん
trial in absentia; judgment by default (judgement); trial in absentia
Proverbs & Idioms
独断専行は裁きを招く
どくだんせんこうはさばきをまねく
Arbitrary action invites judgment
Acting alone brings criticism