Translating "豐隆", acupuncture point ST-40
The reasoning for translating "豐隆" as "Ample Enrichment" from Chinese into English. This is the original name of acupuncture point ST-40 (Stomach 40).
豐隆
Ample Enrichment (ST-40)
豐: Abundant
隆: Flourishing / rich
Explanation of the point name
The effect of this point is to give a sense that ample enrichment is possible, even when things are difficult.
1st character
No other point names with this character.
2nd character
No other point names with this character.
Nearby points
Sometimes the names of consecutive points on a meridian are related. Being aware of nearby points can help to translate consistently in such a situation.
| ST-37 | 上巨虛 | At the Top of the Big Hollow |
| ST-38 | 條口 | Long Narrow Opening |
| ST-39 | 下巨虛 | At the Bottom of the Big Hollow |
| ST-40 | 豐隆 | Ample Enrichment |
| ST-41 | 解谿 | Melting Valley Stream |
| ST-42 | 沖陽 | Infusing Yang |
| ST-43 | 陷谷 | Trapped in the Valley |