逆
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Base noun form. Refers to something being the reverse or opposite. Can be used as a prefix or in compounds, e.g., 『逆方向』 (gyaku houkou, 'opposite direction').
Theme
Two friends, Ken and User, are playing a board game and discussing strategies for winning.
逆
ぎゃく
reverse / opposite
Advanced ExpansionAbstract Concepts
Memory Hook
Picture a road sign pointing the opposite way, labeled 『逆』 (gyaku, 'reverse'). 'Gyaku' rhymes with 'back you' — it's the reverse direction!
Cultural Note
『逆』 (gyaku, 'reverse') is often used in contexts like mathematics (e.g., 『逆数』 gyakusuu, 'reciprocal') or everyday phrases such as 『逆に』 (gyaku ni, 'on the contrary'). It's a common concept in Japanese logic and language.
Forms
Base: 逆Base noun form. Refers to something being the reverse or opposite. Can be used as a prefix or in compounds, e.g., 『逆方向』 (gyaku houkou, 'opposite direction').