• 一(one; horizontal stroke)
• 二(two (pictograph – two horizontal strokes))

Three horizontal strokes stacked on top of each other symbolize the number three.

• 鹿(deer (pictographic))

The character depicts an ancient pictograph of a deer with antlers, head, and four legs.

• 隹(short-tailed bird)
• 木(tree; wood)

Birds perching on a tree in flocks symbolize gathering or assembly.

• 囗(surround; outer square frame)
• 才(talent; ability (for sound))

A group is many people surrounding each other, pooling their talents and strength together.

• 一(one; horizontal stroke)
• 二(two (pictograph – two horizontal strokes))

Three horizontal strokes stacked on top of each other symbolize the number three.

• 鹿(deer (pictographic))

The character depicts an ancient pictograph of a deer with antlers, head, and four legs.

• 隹(short-tailed bird)
• 木(tree; wood)

Birds perching on a tree in flocks symbolize gathering or assembly.

• 囗(surround; outer square frame)
• 才(talent; ability (for sound))

A group is many people surrounding each other, pooling their talents and strength together.