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The character "宜" derives from an early ideographic structure combining the roof radical "宀", indicating a sheltered space such as a house or temple, with the component "且", which originally represented a sacrificial altar or vessel, thus collectively implying the proper conduct of rituals within a designated setting. This foundational sense of ritual propriety gradually generalized to convey broader notions of suitability and appropriateness across various contexts, while the graphic form maintained its essential composition without significant alteration. Over time, the meaning extended beyond ceremonial correctness to encompass abstract ideas of what is fitting or advisable, solidifying its role in modern usage where it frequently appears in terms related to expediency and correct judgment.
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这个水果很便宜。
适宜的运动对身体好。
公园的环境十分宜人。
他买了一件便宜的衬衫。
这种温度适宜植物生长。
宜人的气候吸引了很多游客。
便宜的商品不一定质量差。
在适宜的时间做适宜的事很重要。