睦
intimate, friendly, harmonious
Kanji 1949
intimate, friendly, harmonious
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Synopsis
This spiky character may not look the part, but it is the kanji of reconciliations, cease-fires, and peace treaties, as well as harmonious marriages and lovers’ talk. The Japanese use 睦 most when referring to friendships, particularly those that are deepening. Practice reading 睦 terms with a description of the TV show “Friends” and a summary of the British film “45 Years."
Revision history:
Feb. 20, 2022:
- p. 2, Etymology Box: Added a Henshall etymology and updated the Sears link.
- p. 9: Added a link to the Kanshudo games.
June 16, 2017: Originally published.
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