Kanji Detail of 奴
奴
| Level: | N1 Low |
| Strokes: | 5 |
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The kanji 奴 primarily conveys the meanings of "servant," "slave," or "fellow." It often implies a lower status or a relationship of subordination. Over time, it has developed more nuanced uses, sometimes referring to a person in a familiar or slightly derogatory way.
・On-yomi (音読み): *do* (sometimes used in compounds) ・Kun-yomi (訓読み): *yatsu* (やつ) - fellow, guy; *yakkara* (やっから) - fellows, guys
⚫︎あいつは本当にすごい奴だ。 Translation: He's a really amazing guy. ⚫︎奴隷 (dorei) Translation: slave ⚫︎この奴! Translation: You! (often used with frustration or affection)
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The kanji 奴 is a pictographic character. It depicts a person kneeling, indicating a position of servitude or submission. Over time, the form has evolved but still retains the essence of a person in a subservient role. The character's visual representation directly reflects its core meaning related to servants or those of lower status.