Definitions

róng (verb) to melt; to thaw
róng (verb) to blend; to merge; to harmonize

Etymology phono-semantic

cauldron

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About

The character "融" is structured with the component "鬲", representing an ancient cooking vessel, and "虫", which likely functions as a phonetic element. Its etymology derives from the concept of melting or thawing, suggested by the imagery of steam or vapors rising from a heated pot. Initially denoting physical states like ice dissolving into water, its meaning expanded over time to encompass abstract notions of blending, harmonization, and integration, as seen in contexts of cultural or social fusion. Later, it acquired specialized applications in fields such as finance, where it refers to liquidity or circulation. The character has consistently incorporated these components in its written form.

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冰在阳光下化了。

Bīng zài yángguāng xià rónghuà le.

The ice melted in the sunlight.

雪慢慢化成水。

Xuě mànman rónghuà chéng shuǐ.

The snow slowly melts into water.

他们相处得很洽。

Tāmen xiāngchǔ de hěn róngqià.

They get along very harmoniously.

不同文化在这里合。

Bùtóng wénhuà zài zhèlǐ rónghé.

Different cultures blend here.

他成功地入了新团队。

Tā chénggōng de róngrù le xīn tuánduì.

He successfully integrated into the new team.

公司正在寻求新的资。

Gōngsī zhèngzài xúnqiú xīn de róngzī.

The company is seeking new financing.

市场的波动很大。

Jīnróng shìchǎng de bōdòng hěn dà.

The fluctuations in the financial market are significant.

通过对话,双方分歧逐渐消

Tōngguò duìhuà, shuāngfāng fēnqí zhújiàn xiāoróng.

Through dialogue, the differences between both sides gradually melt away.