Word details

僭主

Meanings, readings, and example sentences for the Japanese word 僭主

Dictionary

Entry

んしゅ
Noun
Freq #87711
1

usurper; tyrant

Character notes

Kanji in this Word

14 strokes

Meanings

boastfully usurp

Readings

On — Chinese-derived reading, usually for compounds
シン
セン
Kun — Native Japanese reading, usually for standalone words
せん.する
おご.る
5 strokes
Frequency: 95
JLPT N3
Grade 3

Meanings

lord
chief
master
main thing
principal

Readings

On — Chinese-derived reading, usually for compounds
シュ
シュウ
Kun — Native Japanese reading, usually for standalone words
ぬし
おも
あるじ
Nanori — Specialized readings used in names
かず
もん

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