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The character "兮" derives from an etymological construction combining the element "八" over "丂", a formation that visually suggests a measured exhalation or vocal pause, aligning with its original role as a modal particle. It functioned primarily in early Chinese poetry to orchestrate rhythm and accentuate emotional tones, serving as a structural and expressive device within verses. Over time, its utility shifted exclusively to literary and classical domains, where it maintained its poetic function while disappearing from vernacular use. The components of the character still allude to its foundational concept of audible breath, even as its application became specialized within traditional poetic forms.
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道路漫漫兮，需耐心。
清风拂面兮，心神怡。
归家之乐兮，无可比。
月色皎洁兮，照我独行。
前路艰险兮，吾亦往之。
壮士胸怀兮，容山纳海。
故乡渺远兮，常在梦中。
岁月流逝兮，唯情永存。