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The character 淡, formed by the water radical combined with the component 炎 denoting flame, etymologically implies a state of moderation or reduction arising from the interaction of these contrary elements. Initially describing physical qualities like the thin consistency of fluids or the mildness of taste, it conveyed an absence of thickness or pungency. Over time, its application extended beyond sensory experiences to characterize abstract notions such as emotional equanimity, visual paleness, and a disposition of indifference, marking a transition from tangible attributes to more figurative and philosophical dimensions within the language.
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这汤的味道很淡。
她喜欢淡妆。
今天的阳光很淡。
他说话的语气很淡。
因为生病了，他胃口很淡。
这部电影的情节很平淡。
在淡季旅行可以节省很多钱。
他对名利看得很淡，专注于自己的研究。