Kanji 逆: inverted, reverse, opposite, wicked
Key takeaways
Kanji 逆: inverted, reverse, opposite, wicked. Readings and core meaning.
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Kanji at a glance
Core meaning / core image
Core meaning: 逆
inverted, reverse, opposite, wicked
Kanji structure breakdown
Mnemonic story
Mnemonic story
This kanji combines 屰 (reverse/rebel) with ⻌ (movement). It depicts the act of moving in a direction that goes against the intended path. Think of words like 'reversal' or 'retrograde' to remember its meaning of going backward or being opposite.
