Mnemonic
A bird sees its partner—another bird—struck down by a hunter. Dying, the fallen bird gasps bitter words: "Avenge me." The survivor memorizes those words, letting them burn into its heart, fueling a lifelong quest for revenge. Two birds, one oath, no mercy.
Additional thoughts
Picture two crows: one slain, one surviving. The dying crow's words echo endlessly, becoming the survivor's obsession. Two birds + words of vengeance = the kanji for Revenge.Quick recall
One bird hears a dying bird's final words and swears eternal revenge.Details
The keyword for 讐 is revenge. This kanji refers to the act of avenging a wrong or repaying a grievance, carrying a deep sense of retribution against someone who has caused harm. It conveys the intense, often personal desire to settle a score and restore one's honor through retaliation. In classical and literary contexts, it is closely associated with blood feuds and the solemn duty of avenging one's kin.
- On'yomi
- しゅう
- Kun'yomi
- あだ、むく.いる、あ.たる