KanjiJLPT N1
Resentment

regret, bear a grudge, resentment, malice, hatred

Mnemonic

A spirit lingers at the pitch, glaring at the footballer who caused his death with a dirty tackle. Every match, the spirit's resentment deepens — a grudge etched into eternity, replaying that foul over and over, never forgiving, never moving on.
Additional thoughts
Picture a ghostly figure hovering above the field, eyes burning with fury at the footballer below. The spirit can't pass on — resentment is what keeps it tethered to the living world, an endless loop of bitterness.
Quick recall
A spirit haunts the footballer who killed him, its resentment binding it to the pitch forever.

Details

The keyword for 恨 is resentment. This kanji refers to a deep-seated feeling of bitterness, grudge, or lingering ill will toward someone or something. It conveys the sense of harboring anger or regret over a perceived wrong or injustice, often one that festers over time rather than fading. The emotion captured by this character is intense and enduring, going beyond simple frustration to a profound sense of grievance.
On'yomi
こん
Kun'yomi
うら.む、うら.めしい

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