Definitions
surname Duo
large ancient bell
Etymology phono-semantic
bell
Semantic:
钅
About
The character "铎" originates from the traditional form "鐸", which structurally integrates the metal radical 金 with the component 睪, the latter serving as a phonetic element that historically corresponded to its pronunciation. Etymologically, this character specifically refers to a large metal bell used in ancient China for ceremonial functions, as well as for issuing commands in military and administrative settings. Over time, its core meaning has persisted, consistently denoting this type of instrument, while its structural composition continues to emphasize both the metallic substance and the sound-producing purpose of the object. In modern contexts, the term appears primarily in literary or historical discussions, and the simplified form "铎" maintains the fundamental semantic connection to metal through the preserved radical, even as the phonetic component has been altered for simplicity.
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我的同学叫李铎。
木铎是古代的乐器。
这个铎的声音很响亮。
博物馆里陈列着一个铜铎。
老师振铎召集学生。
每当节日来临，村里就会响起铎声。
根据历史记载，铎曾经用于传达政令。
尽管现代通信技术发达，但铎作为传统文化符号，依然在某些仪式中扮演重要角色。