仁義

humanity and justice (esp. in Confucianism); virtue; duty; formal greeting (between yakuza, street vendors, gamblers, etc.)

Meaning

  1. n
    humanity and justice (esp. in Confucianism); virtue
  2. n
    duty
  3. n
    formal greeting (between yakuza, street vendors, gamblers, etc.)
  4. n
    (gang's) moral code

Example sentences

  • There is honor even among thieves.

  • There is honor among thieves.