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The character 担, simplified from its traditional form 擔, etymologically originates from the hand radical (扌) combined with 詹 serving primarily as a phonetic component, initially denoting the physical act of carrying a load with a shoulder pole. Its simplified structure replaces 詹 with 旦 as a phonetic element while keeping the hand radical, maintaining the association with manual action. The meaning broadened from concrete carrying to encompass abstract responsibilities, such as undertaking tasks or bearing duties.
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我担心你的安全。
妈妈担心我生病。
不要担心未来。
他担任公司经理。
这个担子很重。
她担心考试不及格。
他勇于承担责任。
我们必须担当起这个责任。