Word details

己を枉ぐ

Meanings, readings, and example sentences for the Japanese word 己を枉ぐ

Dictionary

Entry

おのれをまぐ
Expression
Archaic
1

to cast aside one's beliefs and doctrines

Character notes

Kanji in this Word

3 strokes
Frequency: 1098
JLPT N1
Grade 6

Meanings

self

Readings

On — Chinese-derived reading, usually for compounds
Kun — Native Japanese reading, usually for standalone words
おのれ
つちのと
Nanori — Specialized readings used in names
8 strokes

Meanings

bend
curve
crooked
perverse
lean
forcibly
against one's will

Readings

On — Chinese-derived reading, usually for compounds
オウ
Kun — Native Japanese reading, usually for standalone words
ま.げる
ま.がる
ま.げて

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