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怜 is a phono-semantic compound. Its traditional form 憐 pairs the vertical heart radical 忄, which signals an emotional or psychological state, with the phonetic component 粦. The simplified character 怜 replaces 粦 with the simpler element 令, updating the phonetic indicator while retaining the same semantic radical. The core meaning refers to pity, sympathy, and compassion for others' suffering. It also extends to tender affection or fondness, often directed toward someone vulnerable or in need of care.
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这个小狗很可怜。
我怜悯那个孩子。
请不要怜悯我。
她充满怜爱地看着他。
他对动物总是充满怜惜之情。
她的眼中流露出深深的怜悯。
虽然他很可怜，但我不能帮助他。
在悲剧面前，我们不禁心生怜悯。