slap

is composed of the radical (hand) and (white). is a pictograph depicting a mouth with bared teeth, implying the opening and closing of teeth, signifying meeting or joining. Thus, originally refers to two palms striking together, later extending to mean lightly hitting with the palm.

Vocabulary of 拍

  • 拍掌 (clap your hands)
  • 拍攝 (shoot a picture)
  • 拍賣 (auction)

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