The word "教育" is formed by combining the characters "教" and "育". "教" represents teaching, composed of "孝" (filial piety) and "攵" (to strike), indicating instruction through guidance or discipline. "育" represents nurturing, composed of "𠫓" (a variant form associated with child) and "肉" (flesh), suggesting the rearing or cultivation of a child. Together, they form a compound meaning education, encompassing both instructional and developmental aspects.