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曜 is a phono-semantic compound formed by the sun radical 日 and the phonetic component 翟. The 日 radical conveys its core meaning of light, brightness, and celestial bodies. Historically, 曜 described the brilliant radiance of the sun, moon, and the five visible planets, the Seven Luminaries. The phonetic 翟, depicting a long-tailed bird, contributes the sound while subtly reinforcing notions of elevation and striking visual splendor. The character’s meaning has centered on radiant glory and the cyclical passage of time, marked by the celestial movement of these luminous bodies.
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今天是日曜日。
一周有七个曜日。
黑曜石是一种黑色宝石。
曜日的顺序是固定的。
这颗宝石具有美丽的曜彩。
望远镜能观测遥远的曜星。
湖面上闪烁着淡淡的曜辉。
古代文明常赋予曜灵神话色彩。