[[Characters]] #Characters \ #Anatomy-and-Living \ #Hand-Actions # 包 bāo wrap ## Components [[勹 (bāo)]] [[巳 sì]] ## Meaning In modern usage, it commonly refers to a bag or pouch used for carrying personal belongings. Handbags and shoulder bags, in particular, have become essential accessories for women, symbolizing personal style and taste. ## History The Evolution of the Character "包" (bāo) The character "包" (bāo) is a compound ideogram. Originally, it depicted a fetus wrapped in swaddling clothes, representing the concept of wrapping or enclosing. ## Evolution ### Oracular Script ？ ### Bronze Script ？ ### Seal Script ![[包bao - Sello.svg]] ### Clerical Script ![[包bao - Clerical.svg]] ### Regular Script ![[包 bāo - Regular.svg]]