猷
plan, scheme, plot, way
FrequencyTop 5,000Strokes13
Readings
On'yomi
- ユウ
- ヨウ
Kun'yomi
- はかりごと
- はか.る
Meaning
猷 centers on a deliberate course of action: a plan, scheme, or plot, and by extension the way or method of doing something.
Most common words using 猷
- 遠猷えんゆう
foresight; forethought; far-sighted plan; planning ahead
Study
Etymology
猷 combines 酋 (which historically relates to a leader or chief) with 犬 (dog), likely suggesting a guiding or strategic role. The exact historical development is uncertain, but the components point toward planning or leading.
Meaning mnemonic
A chief (酋) with a dog (犬) by his side is carefully plotting a plan or scheme, mapping out the best way forward.
Reading mnemonic
For ユウ, imagine the chief saying 'you' (ユウ) must follow the plan: you -> ユウ, and the dog waits for the scheme to unfold.