Definitions
(adjective)
good; virtuous; benevolent
(adjective)
skilled at; good at
(verb)
to improve; to perfect
About
The character 善, composed of 羊 (sheep) above 口 (mouth), etymologically stems from the symbolic link between sheep and auspicious attributes, initially conveying a sense of general favorability. Its meaning progressively specialized to denote moral goodness and virtuous behavior, influenced by its use in classical texts where it acquired ethical dimensions. The 口 component may have contributed associations with speech or expression, further shaping its connotations of harmony and approval. Over time, the semantic scope of 善 expanded to include nuances of proficiency, kindness, and correctness, while its structural arrangement has consistently retained these elements.
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Example Sentences Hide
妈妈很善良。
善于学习是好的。
我们需要完善计划。
他的善意让我感动。
善用时间很重要。
她善于沟通所以人缘很好。
他们负责处理善后工作。
完善社会保障体系有助于促进社会和谐。