The word "谦逊" is formed by combining two characters, each with distinct components: "谦" incorporates the semantic radical "讠" (speech) to relate to verbal humility, and the phonetic component "兼" suggesting pronunciation, while "逊" uses the semantic radical "辶" (movement) to associate with conduct, and the phonetic component "孙" for sound; together they create a compound meaning "humble and modest" in both speech and behavior.