敵の謀を見破った。
We saw through the enemy's stratagem.
He is hatching a plot to take over the company.
陰謀 is a conspiracy or secret plot, emphasizing secrecy and often illegality, whereas 謀 can be more open or strategic.
Standard kanji spelling; the most common written form.
Kana spelling is sometimes used, especially in contexts where the kanji might be considered difficult or formal.
Rarely used kanji form; not recommended for learners.
The kanji 謀 is composed of 言 (word) and 某 (a certain person), suggesting the idea of discussing plans. The reading はかりごと comes from はかる (to plan, to scheme) and こと (thing, matter).