黙
Mnemonic
In the native village, a dog sits beside the dying flames of the last bonfire. A deep silence has settled over everything — no one speaks, the dog refuses to bark, and even the flames burn without a crackle, as if the whole village holds its breath together.
Additional thoughts
Picture the eerie stillness: a lone dog illuminated by quiet embers, the entire village choosing not to make a sound. The dog's restraint from barking emphasizes the deliberate, conscious nature of silence.Quick recall
A dog by the flames in a native village where everything holds its breath in silence.Details
The keyword for 黙 is silence. This kanji refers to the state of being quiet, refraining from speaking, or remaining still without uttering a word. It conveys the deliberate act of holding one's tongue or the absence of verbal expression, often implying a conscious choice not to speak. It can also extend to the broader concept of tacit understanding or unspoken agreement.
- On'yomi
- もく、ぼく
- Kun'yomi
- だま.る、もだ.す