Hand — 手 (shǒu) [Chinese]

(shǒu)

noun  ·  Beginner  ·  Body & Health

Meaning

English: Hand

The part of the body at the end of the arm.

Examples

🗣 吃饭前要洗手。

💬 Wash your hands before eating.

Etymology

The character ‘手’ (shǒu) is derived from a pictographic representation of a hand, stressing its essential role in manual activities and communication.

How & Where It’s Used

‘手’ is frequently employed in both informal and formal contexts in discussions about manual tasks, culture, and health, prevalent in all regions.

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