刑
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Noun referring to a legal penalty or punishment. Often used in compound words like 『刑務所』 (keimusho, 'prison').
Theme
In a police station, User is discussing traffic safety rules with Officer Tanaka, focusing on penalties for violations.
刑
けい
penalty / sentence / punishment
Culture & SocietyTraditions & Customs
Memory Hook
Imagine a judge handing down a 'sentence' in court. The word '刑' (kei) sounds like 'cage' — think of a penalty that cages someone as punishment.
Cultural Note
In Japan, 『刑』 (kei, 'penalty') is often used in legal contexts, such as 『死刑』 (shikei, 'death penalty') or 『懲役刑』 (chōeki-kei, 'imprisonment'). It reflects societal views on justice and punishment.
Forms
Base: 刑Noun referring to a legal penalty or punishment. Often used in compound words like 『刑務所』 (keimusho, 'prison').