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The character 聘, constructed from the semantic element 耳 (ear) and the phonetic component 甹, initially denoted the sending of envoys to conduct inquiries or exchanges, a practice rooted in early diplomatic protocols where listening and relaying information were essential. Its meaning gradually expanded from these formal interstate missions to include the broader concept of inviting or engaging someone for a specific role, thereby evolving into terms associated with employment and appointment. This semantic development further incorporated social institutions, as the character came to signify the formal proceedings of betrothal in marriage customs, reflecting a shift from general inquiry to committed agreement. Through these changes, the character's structure has remained unchanged, bearing witness to its conceptual journey from diplomatic communication to personal and professional engagement.
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公司招聘新员工。
他们聘请了一位专家。
学校正在聘用新老师。
他们送来了丰厚的聘礼。
招聘广告登在报纸上。
为了扩大业务，公司决定招聘更多人才。
经过严格面试，他终于被聘用了。
如果通过考核，你将被聘任为部门经理。