厩
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Meaning: stable
💡 Think 'giu' like 'gee up' for horses; 厂 is a shelter over '既' (already inside).
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Character Story & Explanation
厩 (jiù) refers to a stable or barn for horses and livestock, reflecting ancient China's agrarian society where animal husbandry was vital. The radical 厂 (cliff) suggests a shelter, while the phonetic component 既 (jì) hints at completion. The character embodies the Chinese value of providing secure housing for essential working animals.
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