Meaning

Primary

Obedient

Alternatives

Meek, Tame

Word Type

noun, な adjective

Explanation

When you obey orders people consider you to be an obedient person.

This word is relatively formal and somewhat literary.

Reading

じゅうじゅん
  • Kyoko
    (Tokyo accent, female)
  • Kenichi
    (Tokyo accent, male)

Explanation

This is a jukugo word that uses the on'yomi readings of the kanji. You should be able to read this on your own.

Context

Context Sentences

あいつは犬のように従順だ。

He’s as obedient as a dog.

Kanji Composition