• 又(right hand (pictograph))

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

• ⺮(bamboo)
• 官(official; manage)

A bamboo tube is managed by officials, so 管 means both tube and to manage.

• 又(right hand (pictograph))

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

• ⺮(bamboo)
• 官(official; manage)

A bamboo tube is managed by officials, so 管 means both tube and to manage.