Japanese

けんぎ
Meaning: suspicion; charge
Part of Speech: Noun

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Handwriting

嫌
疑

Example sentences

He was suspected of bribery but was released due to insufficient evidence.
瓜田李下の嫌疑を受けないように注意しなさい。
One should avoid behavior that invites suspicion; be careful not to incur suspicion as in the proverb 'don't adjust your shoes in a melon patch or your hat under a plum tree'.

Usage Notes

Specifically refers to the suspicion of having committed a crime.

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