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The character 动 combines the phonetic component 万 on the left, indicating pronunciation, with the semantic radical 力 on the right, meaning strength or power. This structure conveys the exertion of physical or mental effort toward a goal. Its traditional form, 勱, uses the complex character 萬 as the phonetic element while retaining the same strength radical. The meaning focuses on vigorous striving and dedication to accomplish difficult tasks, often serving as a verb of encouragement or a descriptor for strenuous exertion in classical texts emphasizing diligence.
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