商
Shang1
#402 most
frequent character
Shang Dynasty (c. 1600-1046 BC)
Character breakdown
Source: Make Me a Hanzi.
商 first meant to measure, built from 辛 and 丙, tools or their base. It then grew to discuss and consult, and on to trade and trader. Later 口 mouth was added to mark an ancient kingdom name.
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