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As a phono-semantic compound, 砂 combines the stone radical 石 on the left, indicating its connection to rocks and minerals, with 少 on the right, which provides the pronunciation and hints at smallness. It refers to sand, gravel, or grit, emphasizing hard, granular mineral particles. This distinguishes it from 沙, which often implies sand in watery contexts. In modern usage, 砂 frequently appears in technical and industrial terms for abrasives, mineral deposits, or medicinal powders with a granular texture.
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砂糖是白色的。
妈妈用砂锅炖汤。
他用砂纸打磨木头。
路上有很多砂石。
工人在车间里用砂轮磨刀。
这座山是由砂岩构成的。
砂土不适合种植水稻。
工程师分析了砂的颗粒成分。