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焦 is a phono-semantic compound with 隹 (short-tailed bird) on top and 灬 (fire) below. The structure originally depicted a bird being roasted over flames, establishing the core meaning of burnt or scorched. This physical sense of intense heat later extended metaphorically to describe psychological states, so the character also conveys anxiety or deep worry, likening inner turmoil to a burning sensation.
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我的面包烤焦了。
焦糖蛋糕很好吃。
他看起来很焦急。
焦点放在问题上。
他因焦虑而失眠。
火灾后房屋焦黑。
焦炭用于钢铁生产。
焦耳是能量单位。