詔
imperial edict
JLPTN1StatusJōyō · secondary schoolFrequencyTop 5,000Strokes12
Readings
On'yomi
- ショウ
Kun'yomi
- みことのり
Nanori
- さとし
- のり
Meaning
詔 centers on an official proclamation from a ruler: an imperial edict, a formal command issued by the emperor.
Most common words using 詔
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Etymology
詔 combines 言 (speech, words) with 召, which likely contributes the sound and carries a sense of summoning or calling forth, fitting the idea of an imperial proclamation.
Meaning mnemonic
Words (言) that summon (召) the people: an imperial edict is a formal call to action or announcement from the throne.
Reading mnemonic
For ショウ, imagine a show of imperial power: the emperor's edict is announced with a grand show -> ショウ.