偏
one-sided, biased; eccentric; solely; left-hand radical
Kanji 1782
one-sided, biased; eccentric; solely; left-hand radical
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Synopsis
Find out why the kanji that appears in terms for "prejudice," "eccentricity," and "mental imbalance" also represents "left-hand radical." Also learn how this kanji might factor into your acceptance speeches for prestigious awards (E.g., "I owe what I am today to ...").
Revision history:
Mar. 22, 2024: p. 5: In the last sample sentence, defined the dictionary form "のめり込む," rather than the present-progressive form.
June 5, 2021:
- p. 1. Changed several of the primary definitions of this kanji! The new definitions are reflected above.
- p. 2: Updated the Henshall etymology.
- p. 5: Added a link to the Kanshudo games.
Dec. 11, 2011: Originally published.
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