Mnemonic
Your hand slams flat against the door as the rival clan tries to barge in. You resist with every ounce of strength, pushing back, refusing to let the clan through. Your hand holds firm—they shall not pass!
Additional thoughts
Picture a single outstretched palm braced against a heavy wooden door, the clan's war banners visible through the cracks. The physical pressure of hand against door perfectly captures the idea of resisting force.Quick recall
A hand blocks the clan at the door — you resist.Details
The keyword for 抵 is resist. This kanji conveys the idea of opposing, withstanding, or pushing back against a force or influence. It carries the sense of standing firm and not yielding, often used in contexts involving defiance, contradiction, or counteraction. The character fundamentally expresses the act of holding one's ground against pressure or opposition.
- On'yomi
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