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栋, traditionally written as 棟, is a phono-semantic compound. The wood radical 木 on the left indicates its association with timber, while the component 東 on the right provides the phonetic value. It originally referred to the main ridgepole, the highest horizontal beam in a traditional roof that supports the rafters. As this beam is essential for structural integrity, the character's meaning extended metaphorically to describe individuals who bear heavy responsibilities or serve as foundational pillars of a nation or organization. It can also function as a measure word for buildings.
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这是一栋高楼。
那栋房子很旧。
我们学校有三栋教学楼。
这栋大厦是城市的标志。
那栋新建的公寓很受欢迎。
这栋建筑的风格非常独特。
他们计划拆除那栋危楼。
这栋古宅的历史可以追溯到清朝。