多duō

Simplified form (簡體). 多 (duō, "many") appears identical in simplified and traditional scripts — two evening characters (夕) stacked together, possibly depicting two pieces of meat in ancient times, though some scholars interpret it as twin suns symbolizing excess. This compact, balanced form has remained virtually unchanged for millennia, appearing in compounds like 多少 (how many), 许多 (numerous), and 多亏 (thanks to).