The Story of Chinese Character : 緘

The Story of Chinese Character : 緘

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Chou Meizai
2024年10月17日

緘 is composed of the BuShou of 糸 (silk) and 咸 (all). 咸 depicts a mouth being attacked by a weapon, while silk can be used to bind and tie, so 緘 means lips sealed and not saying anything.