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The character 善 (shàn) is an ideogrammatic compound with the 羊 (yáng) radical at the top, representing a sheep, above components related to 言 (yán), meaning speech. In ancient culture, sheep symbolized docility and auspiciousness, often representing things that were beneficial or agreeable. Combining these elements originally conveyed the idea of engaging in pleasant or favorable conversation. This meaning gradually expanded into a broader moral concept encompassing goodness, kindness, and virtuous conduct. The character is also commonly used as a verb or adjective to describe someone highly skilled or exceptionally proficient in a particular task.
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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。