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fear, anxiety, concern, uneasiness; danger, risk, adverse chance
Kanji 1040

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Synopsis

With 虞 one can convey anxiety about everything from storms to infections to failure. That may make this kanji sound forbidding, but it often involves preventive measures. See how 虞 differs from sound-alikes. Learn about a gorgeous tourist destination with 虞 in its name. Also find out how 虞 relates to crimes not yet committed, a beautiful woman, and quite indirectly to blowfish!

Revision history:

Jan. 21, 2020: 

  • p. 2: Etymology Box: Replaced the old Henshall etymology with the new one.
  • p. 7: Added a link to the Kanshudo games.

Mar. 13, 2015: Originally published.

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Cover of essay 1040 on 虞, titled "The Big Uneasy Essay"
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