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The character 彩 is structured with the component 采, which carries connotations of picking or selecting, combined with 彡, a signific that represents decorative streaks or colors. Etymologically, it originated as a semantic extension of 采, specialized to denote colored adornments or patterns, particularly in reference to decorated silk. Over time, its meaning shifted from specifying tangible colors and ornamental designs to encompassing abstract notions of brilliance, variety, and distinction, such as in literary or artistic excellence.
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我喜欢彩色图画。
雨后天空出现彩虹。
这部电影非常精彩。
傍晚的彩霞很美。
我们买了一台新彩电。
明天下午有戏剧彩排。
他买彩票中了大奖。
这幅画的色彩搭配很协调。