⾅
mortar
jiù (jiu4)
Radical no. 134 · 6 strokes (第 134 部首 · 6 画 dì 134 bùshǒu · 6 huà)
Radical ⾅ (jiù) — meaning: mortar, 6 strokes.
Origin & mnemonic
This radical depicts a mortar or pestle-and-mortar vessel used for grinding and crushing grains and spices. The form shows a rounded or square body representing the mortar's interior and a handle for use.
Mnemonic: Recall the round or square bowl with a stem—a kitchen mortar for grinding spices and grains.
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