What is the meaning and reading of the kanji "魅"?

The kanji "魅" belongs to JLPT N1 and means "Charm, Fascination, Allure". Its Onyomi is "ミ (mi)" and Kunyomi is "なし".

JLPT N1

魅

Charm, Fascination, Allure

Q: Is there a memory mnemonic for "魅"?

Yes! Radical breakdown: "眉 (eyebrow) + 鬼 (demon, ghost)". Mnemonic Story: "Even a terrifying *demon* (鬼) can possess incredible *charm* and *allure*. Its piercing *eyes* (which the eyebrows radical 眉 surrounds) have a hypnotizing *fascination* that draws you in, despite the danger. It's the kind of dark *charm* that tempts you, making you feel a powerful, almost supernatural *allure*."

Onyomi

ミ (mi)

Kunyomi

なし

🧠 Memory Mnemonic

🔍 Radical Breakdown

眉 (eyebrow) + 鬼 (demon, ghost)

📖 Mnemonic Story

Even a terrifying *demon* (鬼) can possess incredible *charm* and *allure*. Its piercing *eyes* (which the eyebrows radical 眉 surrounds) have a hypnotizing *fascination* that draws you in, despite the danger. It's the kind of dark *charm* that tempts you, making you feel a powerful, almost supernatural *allure*.

💡 Quick Hint: Demonic charming eyes

Essential N1 Vocabulary

魅力

みりょく

Charm, Fascination

魅了

みりょう

Fascination, Captivation

魅惑

みわく

Charm, Enticement

Kanji Practice Quiz

Verify your memory for "魅"

彼女は人を引きつける＿＿＿＿＿がある。

🎉 正解 / Correct!

解説: 魅力は「みりょく」と読みます。
English: Charm is read as 'miryoku'.

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