Refers to a mistake or error for which one is responsible; often used in contexts of blame or accountability.
He admitted his mistake.
Carries a moral or religious weight; implies a transgression against ethical or divine law.
This failure is nobody's fault.
He repented of his sin.
To be tormented by a sense of guilt.
blame; censure; rebuke
blame; reproach; find fault with · question; challenge; call to account · aggravate an injury; make a wound inflamed · prick one's conscience; feel guilty
offender; criminal
Alternate kanji form; less common and may be confused with other readings.
Kanji form for 'fault' or 'sin'; mainly seen in literary or formal contexts.
The origin is uncertain; it may be related to the verb とがめる (to blame, to find fault).