This kanji depicts a calyx without any flowers or fruit on it. Because of this, it originally represented a state where nothing substantial exists. By extension, it came to be used as a negative prefix—equivalent to ‘un-‘ or ‘non-‘—placed before words to mean ‘not’ or ‘without.
Words ＆Phrases
- 不安（fuan）:Something you are worried about, which leaves you feeling restless and uneasy.
- 不機嫌（fukigen）:Being in a bad mood
- 不言実行（fugen jikko)：Diligently doing what needs to be done without complaining or making excuses.