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一揆 (いっき) Japanese meaning | Kotomora
Meanings 1
noun
uprising ; revolt ; insurrection
Historically refers to organized uprisings in Japan from the medieval period onward, especially peasant revolts. In modern contexts, it can describe any armed rebellion or coup attempt.
Kanji 揆 category, plan, drumstick Similar words 反はん 乱らん 反乱 is a general term for rebellion or mutiny, while 一揆 specifically refers to organized uprisings, often with historical connotations of peasant or local revolts in Japan.
暴ぼう 動どう 暴動 emphasizes violent rioting or mob action, whereas 一揆 implies a more structured, often politically motivated uprising.
Etymology From Middle Chinese-derived elements 一 (one, unified) and 揆 (plan, rule). The term originally referred to a unified action or agreement, later specialized to mean a collective uprising.
前ぜん
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The officer plotted a revolt, but it was discovered beforehand.
