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徐 means slowly or gently. The character combines the 彳 radical on the left, which relates to walking or movement, with the component 余 on the right. This right-hand element 余 provides the character's sound and independently means "I" or surplus, though these meanings don't define 徐 itself. The movement radical connects the character to a measured, unhurried walking pace. Beyond physical motion, it extends to describe gradual time progression, a gentle breeze, or a calm demeanor, and it is also a common Chinese surname.
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徐明是我的朋友。
微风徐徐吹来。
徐老师教我们数学。
徐步走入公园里。
他徐徐地放下杯子。
徐风吹过湖面，泛起层层涟漪。
经济发展需徐图渐进。
徐缓的旋律营造出宁静的氛围。