mild, congenial, block, obstruct
廱 centers on two contrasting ideas: a mild, congenial, harmonious quality, and the act of blocking or obstructing. The connection likely lies in the idea of containment—a sheltered space can be both gentle and confining.
廱 combines 广 (building, shelter) with 雝, a component associated with harmony or blocking. The exact historical development is uncertain, but the character likely expressed a sheltered, harmonious space or an obstruction.
Under a broad shelter 广, the complex inner shape 雝 suggests both a peaceful gathering (mild, congenial) and a walled-in blockage (obstruct). Picture a cozy room that can also feel like a closed-off trap.
For ヨウ, imagine a gentle 'yo' sound echoing inside the sheltered hall: 'yo' -> ヨウ, as if calling out in a mild, congenial space.