This kanji means suffer, torment, painful, bitter, or scowl.

on readings:
  • ku
kun readings:
  • kuru
  • niga
examples:
konku hardships, adversity
kukyō distress, difficulties
kushō wry smile, forced laugh
nigai bitter
nigate bad at
ninku endurance, stoicism

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Last Alteration Performed: 7 January 2026 by Bradley James Wogsland.