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The character "弹" derives from its traditional form "彈", structured with the semantic component "弓" meaning bow and the phonetic component "單" providing pronunciation, originally encapsulating the concept of a bowstring's tension and release. This foundational notion broadened over time to encompass both the projectile launched, such as an arrow or later a bullet, and the action of propelling or plucking, as seen in the playing of string instruments or the bouncing of objects. The simplified form "弹" preserves the bow element while modifying the phonetic part, yet the character continues to carry its dual meanings, reflecting a historical shift from specific martial applications to a wider range of contexts involving controlled force and motion.
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弹钢琴很有趣。
我的玩具枪能发射子弹。
他在认真学习弹吉他。
这床垫的弹性非常好。
子弹准确地击中了目标。
她用巧妙的话术反驳了对方的弹劾。
这位钢琴家的演奏富有激情和弹性。
批评的言辞像子弹一样射向他。