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The character 怀, traditionally written as 懷, is a phono-semantic compound with the vertical heart radical 忄 on the left, placing it firmly within the domain of emotions and psychological states. The right side of the traditional form features the phonetic component 褱, later replaced by the simpler 不 in the modern character. Its meaning centers on the chest or bosom, extending metaphorically to encompass harboring thoughts, cherishing memories, yearning for someone or something, and carrying a child during pregnancy.
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我怀念我的家乡。
她怀疑他的诚实。
妈妈怀抱着婴儿。
姐姐怀孕了很高兴。
老人常常怀旧。
老师关怀每一个学生。
他胸怀宽广，值得尊敬。
我怀着激动的心情参加比赛。