匙

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spoon

匙 is composed of 是 (be, correct) and 匕 (ladle). 匕 is a pictograph of a spoon, while 是 depicts a foot stepping toward the sun, suggesting precision or correctness. Together, 匙 represents a utensil that can accurately deliver food to the mouth.

Vocabulary of 匙

  • 鑰匙 (key)
  • 湯匙 (soup spoon)

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