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Kanji 聽 - listen, hear
聽
listen, hear
This character can be used for naming.
Meaning
To Listen - To pay attention and listen carefully.
To Obey - To follow orders and instructions.
To Rule - To govern or manage.
To Entrust - To give responsibility to someone.
To Eavesdrop - To secretly listen in on a conversation.
An Intermediary - Someone who acts as a go-between.
To Hear - To perceive sound.
A Government Office - A place where official business is conducted.
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Examples of ideas to incorporate into a name
Listen - This is a positive and encouraging meaning, as it implies that the baby will be open to learning and understanding.
Obey - This is a good meaning for a baby, as it implies that the baby will be obedient and respectful.
Hear - This is a good meaning for a baby, as it implies that the baby will be attentive and responsive.
Rule - This is a good meaning for a baby, as it implies that the baby will be strong and capable of leading.
Entrust - This is a good meaning for a baby, as it implies that the baby will be reliable and trustworthy.
Eavesdrop - This is a less suitable meaning for a baby, as it implies that the baby will be sneaky and untrustworthy.
Bureaucrat - This is a less suitable meaning for a baby, as it implies that the baby will be bureaucratic and inflexible.
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