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賄
On'yomi
ワイ
WAI
Kun'yomi
まかな.う
makanau
bribe · board · supply · finance
Details
Strokes13
Frequency#1282
Radical貝shell(7)
Old Form賄
Stroke Order
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Strokes13
Component Breakdown
賄=
貝有
shell + 有
Cultural Context
Etymology
Combines 'shell/money' (貝) with 'have' (有), representing giving wealth to others—bribes.
Symbolism
Symbolizes bribery, corruption, and provisions. Carries dual meanings of illicit money and providing meals.