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Kotomora

盟

alliance, oath

JLPTN1StatusJōyō · grade 6FrequencyTop 1,000Strokes13

Readings

On'yomi

  • メイ

Kun'yomi

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Meaning

盟 centers on a formal bond or pledge: an alliance sealed by a solemn oath.

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Etymology

盟 combines 明 (bright, clear) and 皿 (dish, vessel). Historically, it likely depicts a ritual vessel used in oath-taking ceremonies, where the bright vessel or the clarity of the oath was emphasized.

Meaning mnemonic

Picture a bright (明) ceremonial dish (皿) used to seal an oath. Allies gather around the vessel, swearing a solemn alliance.

Reading mnemonic

For メイ, imagine a May (メイ) alliance ceremony where oaths are sworn under the bright sun. May -> メイ.