Mnemonic
The postman swings a tomahawk into the door of anyone who ignores their duty to sign for packages. Rain or shine, he marches his route, tomahawk gleaming — nobody skips out on duty when this postman's on the job.
Additional thoughts
Picture a grizzled mail carrier with a tomahawk strapped to his satchel. His duty is sacred — delivering every letter is an obligation he enforces. The tomahawk chop on the door is his signature knock.Quick recall
A postman wielding a tomahawk enforces your duty to accept delivery.Details
The keyword for 役 is duty. This kanji refers to a role, service, or obligation that one is assigned or expected to fulfill, often in a public or official capacity. It encompasses the idea of serving in a particular function, such as military service, an office, or a designated task within an organization. By extension, it can also refer to a part or role played in a theatrical performance.
- On'yomi
- やく、えき