嫵
charming, enchanting
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Readings
On'yomi
- ブ
- ム
Kun'yomi
- こ.びる
- みめよ.い
Meaning
嫵 centers on a captivating, graceful charm, especially associated with feminine allure. It describes something or someone enchanting and pleasingly attractive.
Study
Etymology
嫵 combines 女 (woman) with 無, which likely contributes the sound and may carry a sense of 'dance' or 'abundance' related to charm. The exact historical development is uncertain.
Meaning mnemonic
A woman (女) beside the complex shape 無, which resembles a dancer with flowing sleeves. Picture a graceful dancer whose movements are utterly charming and enchanting.
Reading mnemonic
For ブ, imagine a charming woman blowing a kiss: the 'boo' sound of the kiss cues ブ, and her enchanting gesture captivates everyone.