equilibrium, measuring rod, scale
衡 centers on balance and measurement: a scale that finds equilibrium, or a measuring rod that ensures fairness. The idea of weighing and balancing connects all its meanings.
衡 combines 行 (to go, movement) with an inner element that historically represented a scale or balance. The character likely depicted a balanced crossbeam or a weighing device, emphasizing equilibrium.
The outer 行 suggests movement or action, while the inner part looks like a balanced structure with a central 大 and a 田-like shape. Imagine a large scale (大) in a field (田) enclosed by a frame, perfectly balanced.
For コウ, picture a scale balancing two equal weights, and think of the word 'equal' – the 'co' in 'equal' sounds like コウ, reminding you of equilibrium.
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balance; equilibrium
balance; equilibrium
troy weight (e.g. troy ounce, troy pound)
Nash equilibrium
ichimoku; chart analysis method for forecasting price movement
general equilibrium theory
imbalance; lack of balance; lopsidedness; disproportion; inequality; disparity
imbalance; disequilibrium
cephalopelvic disproportion; CPD
interest equalization tax; interest equalisation tax
preequilibrium process
dynamic equilibrium
balance of power
chemical equilibrium
alliance (of the Six Kingdoms against the Qin dynasty, and of individual Kingdoms with the Qin dynasty)
domestic equilibrium; internal balance; internal equilibrium
Comite International des Poids et Measures; International Committee of Weights and Measures
General Conference of Weights and Measures; Conference General des Poides et Mesures
isostasy
(theory of) isostasy