凄
amazing; frightening; to a great extent
Kanji 2040
amazing; frightening; to a great extent
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Synopsis
The Japanese constantly say 凄い! (すごい!: Amazing!), so it’s amazing (!) to find out about 凄 and all of its surprises: the reason for its “ice” radical, the way 凄 has just one Joyo yomi (it's not すご•い!), and the shockingly negative nuance 凄 can have (as in words for "ghastly" and "violent"). Learn terms that intensify 凄い. And discover the revolting ingredient in a Viagra-like drink!
Revision History:
Feb. 22, 2022:
- p. 2, Etymology Box: Added a Henshall etymology.
- p. 10: Added a link to the Kanshudo games.
Sept. 30, 2018: Fixed box 7 of the stroke order diagram on p. 1.
Sept. 28, 2018: Originally published.
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