械

How it is built

戒 jiè gives a similar sound

Sound One part gives meaning, one gives sound.

Some notes are traditional explanations, not proven history.

Step by step

From radicals up to 械. Tap any step to open it.

1. 1
   戈halberdMeaning+廾two handsMeaning=戒guard against; quit
2. 2
   木tree; woodMeaning+戒jièguard against; quitSound=械machine; weapon