Origin

This character combines the idea of a twisted or cramped state with the heart. The top component suggests something confined or bent inward, while the bottom component is the radical for heart or emotion. Together, they depict the feeling of resentment—a heart that is twisted, cramped, or unable to express itself freely. This inner tension and emotional blockage is what gives rise to grudge and jealousy.

AI-generated (claude-haiku-4-5), not yet reviewed. Formation type (automated guess): Compound ideographic (combined meanings).