技

Phono-semantic compound:

手 (hand radical) – semantic, indicating manual action, craft, skill.

支 (to support, branch) – phonetic element.

The image conveys a hand performing a specialized action, extended to mean technical skill, craft, and mastery.

Semantic range:

- skill, art, technique (e.g., 무술의 기술 “martial arts skill”);

- craftsmanship, ability of an artisan;

- practical ability or specialized technique.

技術 (기술) - technology, technique

特技 (특기) - special skill, specialty

演技 (연기) - performance, acting skill

技能 (기능) - technical ability, proficiency