About
The character "敷" is structurally composed of the components "甫", "方", and "攵", with "攵" contributing a semantic element associated with action, aligning with the character's verbal uses. Etymologically, it initially conveyed meanings centered on spreading, applying, or laying out, such as in the context of administering ointments or promulgating official decrees. Its semantic scope later expanded to incorporate the idea of sufficiency or adequacy, as observed in classical compounds like "敷用", while also developing into more abstract applications, such as in "敷衍" which acquired connotations of elaborate explanation or superficial treatment. The phonetic roles of "甫" and "方" have historically influenced its pronunciation, though their direct correlation has diminished in contemporary usage.
Example Sentences Hide
妈妈给我敷药。
医生建议冷敷伤口。
每天晚上她都敷面膜。
护士仔细地敷好了绷带。
他对工作总是敷衍了事。
敷设电缆需要专业的技术。
因为受伤了，所以他必须敷药。
在工程开始前，工人们已经敷设好了所有管道。