⽣
life
shēng (sheng1)
Radical no. 100 · 5 strokes (第 100 部首 · 5 画 dì 100 bùshǒu · 5 huà)
Radical ⽣ (shēng) — meaning: life, 5 strokes.
Origin & mnemonic
This radical originates from a pictograph depicting a plant sprouting from the earth, with roots below and stem/foliage above, symbolizing the growth and flourishing of life itself.
Mnemonic: Picture a sprouting plant with roots below and stem rising up—remember "life" and growth.
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