Meaning

Primary

Restraint

Alternatives

Shackles, Restriction, Confinement, Binding

Word Type

noun, verbal noun

Explanation

Bind a bundle of sticks to a person as a type of restraint. They can't get away when they're tied to a bunch of sticks, can they?

Reading

そくばく
  • 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

彼氏の束縛が厳しいんだよね。

My boyfriend’s confinement is too severe.

Kanji Composition