衛
Decomposition
Pinyin & Meaning
surname Wei • vassal state during the Zhou Dynasty (1066-221 BC), located in present day Henan and Hebei Provinces
to guard • to protect • to defend • abbr. for 衛生|卫生, hygiene • health • abbr. for 衛生間|卫生间, toilet
Pronunciation Clues
The component 韋 is pronounced as 'wéi' (wei2). It has the same pronunciation as the character, but differs on tone.