蟻
ant
蟻 is composed of 虫 (insect) and 義 (justice). 虫 represents insects, while 義 means what is appropriate or fitting. Therefore, 蟻 is used to refer to a type of insect that lives in groups and has a strict division of labor. In a community with a strict division of labor, every member must act appropriately in order for the group to function properly.
Vocabulary of 蟻
- 蟻丘 (anthill)
- 蟻后 (queen ant)