Kanji Detail of 盟
盟
| Level: | N1 Mid |
| Strokes: | 13 |
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The kanji 盟盟 primarily signifies "alliance," "pact," or "covenant." It conveys the idea of a formal agreement or pledge between individuals or groups, often involving mutual commitment, loyalty, and cooperation. This kanji suggests a bond that is both strong and enduring.
・On-yomi (音読み): メイ mei ・Kun-yomi (訓読み): None, as the meaning is primarily conveyed through compound words.
⚫︎同盟同盟 Translation: Alliance; League; Union. ⚫︎同盟国同盟国 Translation: Allied country. ⚫︎宣誓宣誓 Translation: Oath; Pledge.
The kanji 盟盟 is a 会意形 (かいいけい - ideogrammic compound), meaning it is formed by combining the meanings of its parts to create a new meaning. It is composed of two main parts: ・ 皿 (さら - sara) meaning "dish" or "plate." ・ 明 (めい - mei) meaning "bright" or "clear". The original meaning of 盟盟 comes from ancient rituals. In these rituals, people would gather, often around a shared dish, to make a formal agreement, which would be visible and understood by all. The "dish" symbol represents the place where the agreement is made, and the "bright" symbol emphasized the clarity and importance of the vow, creating an alliance.