勸
advise, urge
勸 is composed of 雚 (water bird) and 力 (strength). 雚 is a pictograph depicting a water bird with long legs and neck, and excellent eyesight capable of making accurate judgments about its surroundings. Thus, it has the strength to guide others and provide advice, as represented by 勸, meaning to persuade or advise.
Vocabulary of 勸
- 勸阻 (advise against)
- 勸勉 (encourage)
- 勸誡 (admonish)