驀
going straight forward
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Readings
On'yomi
- バク
Kun'yomi
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Meaning
驀 centers on moving forward directly and resolutely, like a horse charging straight ahead without deviation.
Most common words using 驀
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Etymology
驀 combines 莫 (possibly used phonetically) with 馬 (horse), suggesting a horse moving forward. The exact historical development is uncertain.
Meaning mnemonic
A horse (馬) under a canopy of grass and sun (莫) charges straight ahead without stopping.
Reading mnemonic
For バク, imagine a horse charging forward with a loud 'back' of hooves: back -> バク, as it goes straight forward.