Nihongo

Kanji Detail of 盲

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Basic Meaning

The kanji primarily means "blind" or "visually impaired." It describes the state of lacking the ability to see. It can also figuratively represent ignorance or lack of insight.

Readings

・On-yomi (音読み): モウ (mō) ・Kun-yomi (訓読み): めくら (mekura)

Usage Examples

⚫︎ 盲人 Translation: Blind person ⚫︎ 盲導犬 Translation: Guide dog for the blind ⚫︎ 盲点 Translation: Blind spot (figurative or literal)

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Origin and Formation

The kanji is a pictographic character. It depicts the eye (目) with a line drawn across it, symbolizing the obstruction or lack of vision, representing a closed or covered eye. This imagery represents "blindness."

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