讕
accuse falsely, slander, libel
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Readings
On'yomi
- ラン
Kun'yomi
- そし.る
Meaning
讕 centers on making false damaging statements about someone: accusing falsely, slandering, or committing libel.
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Etymology
讕 combines 言 (speech) with 闌, which likely contributes the sound and may relate to obstruction or blocking, suggesting speech that blocks or harms someone's reputation.
Meaning mnemonic
Words 言 that block or obstruct 闌 someone's good name: false accusations and slander.
Reading mnemonic
For ラン, imagine a slanderer running their mouth: run -> ラン, and the false words spread quickly.