⽗

father

fù (fu4)

Radical no. 88 · 4 strokes (第 88 部首 · 4 画 dì 88 bùshǒu · 4 huà)

Radical ⽗ (fù) — meaning: father, 4 strokes.

Origin & mnemonic

This radical derives from a pictograph in oracle-bone script, depicting a man holding a tool (hammer or axe), representing the role of the father as protector and provider for the family.

Mnemonic: The shape of the father radical resembles a man holding a tool or implement across his shoulder.

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