愀
respect
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Readings
On'yomi
- シュウ
- ショウ
Kun'yomi
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Meaning
愀 centers on a respectful, solemn state of mind. The single given meaning 'respect' captures a quiet, heartfelt regard rather than a loud or formal display.
Study
Etymology
愀 combines 忄 (heart/mind) with 秋 (autumn), likely suggesting a solemn, respectful mood associated with autumn's quiet gravity. The exact historical development is uncertain.
Meaning mnemonic
The heart 忄 beside autumn 秋: imagine the respectful hush of a late autumn evening, when the world grows still and you feel a deep, quiet regard.
Reading mnemonic
For シュウ, picture a respectful bow so deep that your shoe touches your forehead: shoe -> シュウ, and the solemn bow shows respect.