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佳 is a phono-semantic compound. The left side features the person radical 亻, while the right side is the phonetic element 圭, which originally depicted a jade ceremonial tablet. This combination of a person with the concept of precious jade gives the character its core meaning of excellence, beauty, auspiciousness, or high quality. Initially used to describe people of good character or appearance, its usage later broadened to encompass favorable circumstances, fine weather, outstanding artistic works, and joyous events like festivals and weddings.
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今天的天气绝佳。
这道菜真是美味佳肴。
她是我心中的最佳人选。
祝你佳节愉快，阖家幸福。
这次考试成绩不佳，我需要努力。
他们俩情投意合，堪称佳偶。
他在比赛中屡创佳绩。
这位作家善于刻画才子佳人的故事。