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The character "簧" is structurally composed of the bamboo radical "竹" atop the phonetic component "黄", indicating its early association with bamboo-made components, specifically the reed in musical instruments such as the sheng. Originally denoting the slender bamboo tongue that vibrates to produce sound in wind instruments, the term gradually extended its semantic scope to encompass any thin, flexible element capable of oscillation or returning to its original shape. This conceptual broadening allowed "簧" to adopt its modern mechanical sense, referring to metal springs or elastic coils, while the character's written form has remained consistent throughout its historical usage.
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这个玩具有弹簧。
簧片是乐器的一部分。
他们表演了一段双簧。
萨克斯是一种簧乐器。
弹簧坏了，需要更换。
他小心地调整簧片的位置。
这种簧乐器的声音非常悦耳。
工程师设计了新型弹簧以提升性能。