HSK5

pay respects

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approved by Prismcool · Oct 24, 2023, 08:34 PM · Reviewed by Prismcool on Oct 24, 2023, 08:34 PM

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Original meaning: to tremble with fear

Simplified form of . Depicts a hand holding a bamboo stick () walking on the edge of an abyss (𣶒). Based on the original meaning "to tremble with fear". The meaning later shifted to "solemn" and "pay respects".

Components

IconicRemnant component

Used here to depict a hand holding a bamboo stick.

𣶒

Depicts a deep pool filled with water.

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