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The character "储" derives from the traditional form "儲", which structurally integrates the human radical "亻" with the phonetic component "諸", reflecting its early association with human-led accumulation and its pronunciation. Etymologically, it conveyed the idea of setting aside or hoarding resources, a core meaning that has remained central throughout its use, primarily denoting storage and savings. Over time, while retaining this fundamental sense, the character also developed a specialized application in imperial terminology to refer to a crown prince or heir, as evident in the compound "储君". The simplified form "储" maintains the human radical but substitutes the phonetic with "者", a modification that streamlines the character without altering its essential semantic focus on preservation and future provision.
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储蓄很重要。
我每月都储蓄。
银行提供储蓄服务。
我们应该储存一些水。
储备粮食是国家的责任。
他储蓄了十年才买得起房子。
为了应对危机，政府增加了石油储备。
随着科技发展，数据储存技术越来越先进。