夠
enough
夠 is composed of 多 (many) and 句 (sentence, hook). 多 is a pictograph of two pieces of meat, implying abundance, while 句 depicts two hooks connected by a clasp or ring, suggesting a firm or secure connection. Both characters convey the idea of reaching an appropriate or sufficient level, as represented by 夠, meaning enough or sufficient.
Vocabulary of 夠
- 不夠 (insufficient)
- 夠格 (qualified)
- 能夠 (be capable of)