嬖
agreeable person
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Readings
On'yomi
- ヘイ
Kun'yomi
- きにいり
Meaning
嬖 centers on a person who is favored or agreeable, often with a nuance of being a favorite or beloved companion.
Most common words using 嬖
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Etymology
嬖 combines 辟 (likely a phonetic component) with 女 (woman), suggesting a woman who is favored or a favorite. The exact historical development is uncertain.
Meaning mnemonic
A woman (女) under a sheltering top (辟) is someone kept close and cherished: an agreeable favorite.
Reading mnemonic
For ヘイ, imagine a favorite person named Hayley, shortened to 'Hey' (ヘイ), always greeted warmly: Hey -> ヘイ.