command, order, to make

About this kanji

The kanji 令 primarily means "command" or "order" but can also mean "to make" in different contexts. It is often used as a noun, such as in the compound 命令 (めいれい), which means "order" or "instruction." Another common compound is 令和 (れいわ), referring to the current era in Japan, illustrating how the kanji can also represent specific time periods. Additionally, the term 依令 (いれい) translates to "by order." It’s important to note that 令 is typically used in formal or official contexts, emphasizing commands or directives rather than casual requests.

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Example sentences

• 先生の令に従います。

  I will follow the teacher's command.

Meanings across languages

English

command, order, to make

Tiếng Việt

mệnh lệnh, ra lệnh, chỉ định

日本語

命令, 指示

한국어

명령, 주문

中文

命令, 指令

id

perintah, memerintahkan

th

คำสั่ง

es

comando, orden

fr

commande, ordre

de

Befehl, Auftrag

pt

comando, ordem

Common compounds

• 命令めいれいorder, command
• 令和れいわReiwa (Japanese era name)
• 依令いれいby order