The Story of Chinese Character : 涎

The Story of Chinese Character : 涎

Chou Meizai
Chou Meizai
2024年10月16日

涎 is composed of the BuShou of 水 (water) and 延 (prolong, extend). 延 depicts a foot walking on a road, which has the meaning of prolonging. Saliva is sticky and stretches into a thin line when it comes out.