solid, fixed

is composed of (enclosure) and (ancient). is a pictograph of a fence, implying delimiting a boundary, while refers to the past. The past consists of established facts that cannot be altered or shaken, so represents firmness or certainty.

Vocabulary of 固

  • 固執 (stubborn)
  • 穩固 (steady)
  • 頑固 (obstinate)

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