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The character "碰" originates from a phono-semantic structure, combining the radical "石" meaning stone, which implies solidity and impact, with the phonetic component "並" , traditionally used and later simplified to "并" , to indicate pronunciation. Its early usage conveyed the concrete action of collision or tactile contact, often accidental in nature, but its meaning gradually extended to encompass metaphorical dimensions such as encountering by chance or venturing an attempt, evident in compounds like "碰运气" for testing luck or "碰壁" for facing rejection. This shift from denoting purely physical encounters to including abstract experiences of trial and opportunity reflects the character's functional adaptation within linguistic practice.
Example Sentences Hide
我不小心碰了桌子。
我碰到一个朋友。
杯子碰倒了。
碰巧今天下雨。
你碰见过这种人吗？
他们的车发生了碰撞。
在讨论中，不同观点相互碰撞。
偶然的机遇碰出了创新火花。