Definitions
(adjective)
awe-inspiring; impressive
(noun)
hertz (Hz)
Etymology
Duplicate of 赤, a bright red color.
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The character "赫" originates from a duplicated form of the component "赤", which denotes the color red or a state of bareness, thus initially representing an intensified redness or brilliant hue. This inherent connection to vivid luminosity enabled its meaning to expand from describing merely visual brightness to encompassing anything conspicuously radiant, such as fire or glaring light. Over time, its usage shifted further into abstract realms, where it came to signify majestic authority or illustrious fame, evident in classical formations like "赫赫" to convey resounding prominence or formidable power. The character's consistent structure, with two "赤" units placed side by side, has maintained its etymological emphasis on amplified visual impact while supporting a semantic evolution toward expressing profound eminence and awe-inspiring distinction.
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赫先生教我们数学。
他来自显赫的家庭。
我们学习赫兹单位。
他的名声十分显赫。
这位将军在历史上地位显赫。
物理实验中常用赫兹计量。
尽管出身显赫，他却非常谦虚。
电磁波的频率以赫兹为单位表示。