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瑞 is a phono-semantic compound with the radical 王 (jade) on the left, indicating its material, and the component 耑 on the right, providing the phonetic element. Originally, it referred specifically to a jade tally or ceremonial jade token granted by a ruler to a noble as a symbol of authority or pledge of trust. As these objects were treasured and linked to divine favor, the meaning evolved to denote auspiciousness and good omens, which is its primary sense today.
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瑞士是一个美丽的国家。
瑞丽是云南的一个城市。
我朋友住在浙江瑞安。
昨晚下了一场瑞雪。
房间里充满了瑞气。
龙是中国古代的瑞兽。
彩虹被认为是瑞兆。
瑞金是红色旅游的重要地点。