强

Phono-semantic compound:

弓 (bow) — semantic, indicating strength and tension.

弘 (to expand, to stretch) — phonetic, contributing the sound.

Originally depicted the idea of a tightly drawn bow, symbolizing force and power.

Semantic range:

- strength, force, might;

- to compel, to coerce;

- firm, robust, vigorous;

- figurative: strong-willed, intense.

강하다 (强하다) — to be strong, powerful

강국 (强國) — powerful nation

강자 (强者) — a strong person, the powerful

강제 (强制) — compulsion, coercion

강렬 (强烈) — intense, fierce

강박 (强迫) — compulsion, obsession

강풍 (强風) — strong wind

彊, 強