上海文广新闻传媒集团

• ⺊(dot above; high position)ASSOCIATIVE
• 一(standard baseline; norm)ASSOCIATIVE

A dot mark sitting above a horizontal line represents the meaning 'above'.

• 氵(water; liquid)RADICAL
• 每(each; always)PHONO-SEMANTIC

The sea is a vast expanse of water that stretches boundlessly every day.

• 文(pattern on chest; breast decoration)ASSOCIATIVE

The character depicts body tattoos or patterns on the chest, symbolizing writing and culture.

• 广(roof; shelter against cliff)ASSOCIATIVE

A roof leaning against a cliff provides shelter from rain and sun for people inside.

• 亲(tree; timber; intimate companion)ASSOCIATIVE
• 斤(axe; hatchet)RADICAL

Using an axe to chop a freshly picked tree creates something completely new.

• 門(door; opening)RADICAL
• 耳(ear)ASSOCIATIVE

Pressing your ear to the door lets you eavesdrop on news from inside.

• 亻(person; man; human)RADICAL
• 专(specialized; dedicated)PHONETIC

A person who transmits knowledge must dedicate themselves to passing it on to others.

• 隹(short-tailed bird)RADICAL
• 木(tree; wood)ASSOCIATIVE

Birds perching on a tree in flocks symbolize gathering or assembly.

• 囗(surround; outer square frame)RADICAL
• 才(talent; ability (for sound))PHONETIC

A group is many people surrounding each other, pooling their talents and strength together.