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The character 玩 means to play, have fun, or find amusement, and also refers to a toy or object of appreciation. It is a phono-semantic compound: the left radical 王 represents 玉 (jade), indicating a connection to precious items, while the right component 元 provides the phonetic element. Originally, it specifically meant to hold and appreciate a piece of jade or a precious object, examining and toying with it. This sense later broadened to encompass playing games, engaging in recreation, and treating matters with a lighthearted attitude.
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玩这个游戏。
我喜欢玩手机游戏。
周末我们一起去公园玩。
他在学习如何玩吉他。
我的狗喜欢玩扔球游戏。
你这是在玩火，太危险了。
退休后，他过着游山玩水的悠闲生活。
他看出了我的尴尬，只是笑了笑，没再玩下去。