composition; formation; organization; organisation; compilation
art of war; strategy; tactics
secret techniques (of an art or skill); inner mysteries; essence; quintessence; heart
completely; absolutely; (not) at all; (not) a bit; earnestly; intently
in (e.g. secret); with (e.g. success)
rear gate (esp. of castle); back entrance; (opponent's) weak point; (arch.) force attacking the rear of a castle; (arch.) official in charge of imprisoning offenders
judgment; judgement; discernment
popularity; favorable reputation; high esteem; respect
consideration; taking into account
combat power; fighting strength
experienced; seasoned; veteran
to consult with; to discuss; to confer; to deliberate
large river (esp. the Yangtze); Lake Biwa
information; experience; knowledge; observation
account; history; notice; note; Kojiki (earliest historical record of Japan, compiled in 712 CE); Records of Ancient Matters
defense; defence; fielding
delivering an order; dispatch of an order; messenger; orderly; runner
aid; help; assistance; assistant; counselor; counsellor
whole army; whole team; all armies; all teams
(husband and wife) both working; dual income
blood relationship; consanguinity; blood relative
to cross (legs or arms); to link (arms); to put together; to construct; to braid; to plait; to grapple
to all be in attendance (at a meeting, etc.); to all gather together
calm; composed; leisurely
infiltration; sneaking in; going undercover
distinguished services; meritorious deeds
woven mat (of sedge, hay, etc.)
discouragement; despondency; dejection; disappointment