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The character for "hall" or "office", traditionally written as "廳", etymologically originates from the building radical "广" combined with "聽", meaning to listen, which historically denoted a courtroom or administrative space where officials heard and resolved matters. Over time, its meaning broadened from these judicial contexts to encompass any large room designed for specific functions, such as government bureaus, reception areas, and eventually domestic living rooms. The simplified form "厅" retains the architectural association through the radical "厂" while incorporating "丁" as a phonetic component, reflecting a structural streamlining that continues to convey the idea of a dedicated space for communal or administrative activities.
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我们在客厅看电视。
餐厅里有很多人。
大厅的灯很明亮。
他去办公厅工作了。
我们在音乐厅听音乐会。
如果客厅干净，客人会高兴。
虽然大厅很大，但是人不多。
政府办公厅发布了新的政策。