• 又(right hand (pictograph))

Two hands placed side by side symbolize pairing or forming a couple.

• 曰(mouth open; speak)
• 丨丨(two vertical strokes indicating a curve)

The character 曲 shows a vessel's mouth with two curved walls, evoking the image of a bent and winding elbow.

• 糸(thread; silk)
• 泉(stream; water)

A thin thread flows like a small stream running long and continuously.

• 又(right hand (pictograph))

Two hands placed side by side symbolize pairing or forming a couple.

• 曰(mouth open; speak)
• 丨丨(two vertical strokes indicating a curve)

The character 曲 shows a vessel's mouth with two curved walls, evoking the image of a bent and winding elbow.

• 糸(thread; silk)
• 泉(stream; water)

A thin thread flows like a small stream running long and continuously.