strict, severe, stern

About this kanji

The kanji "厳" primarily means strict, severe, or stern. It is often used as an adjective, especially in the word "厳しい" (きびしい), which means strict. Another common compound is "厳重" (げんじゅう), meaning strict or severe measures, often in a security context. Additionally, there is "厳格" (げんかく), which refers to strictness or rigor, often used in relation to rules or regulations. This kanji can convey a sense of seriousness and high standards in various situations, like a strict teacher or rigorous laws. Keep in mind that the nuances of strictness can vary depending on the context.

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Example sentences

• 厳しい先生がいます。

  There is a strict teacher.

Meanings across languages

English

strict, severe, stern

Tiếng Việt

nghiêm, nghiêm trọng, khắt khe

日本語

厳しい, 厳重

한국어

엄격한, 가는

中文

严格, 严厉

id

ketat, severe

th

เคร่งครัด, เข้มงวด

es

estricto, severo

fr

strict, sévère

de

streng, hart

pt

estrito, severo

Common compounds

• 厳しいきびしいstrict, severe
• 厳重げんじゅうstrict, tight
• 厳格げんかくstrictness, rigidity