掬
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Meaning: to hold in one's hands
💡 Imagine holding water in your cupped hands like a bowl (扌+匊).
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Character Story & Explanation
掬 (jū) means 'to hold in one's hands' or 'to cup'. It vividly depicts the action of cupping hands to hold something precious, like water or a smile. This character often appears in poetic contexts, such as '掬水月在手' (holding moonlight in cupped hands), evoking a sense of tenderness and appreciation.
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