This kanji has two parts: the ‘go’ radical is divided, and inside it is a symbol for walking around a perimeter. That is why this kanji means ‘to guard’ or ‘to protect’ by patrolling the area.
guard(衛)
The short story of Kanji pictures
The short story of Kanji pictures
This kanji has two parts: the ‘go’ radical is divided, and inside it is a symbol for walking around a perimeter. That is why this kanji means ‘to guard’ or ‘to protect’ by patrolling the area.