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As a phono-semantic compound, 珂 combines the semantic jade radical 王 on the left, which places it within the category of precious stones, with the phonetic component 可 on the right, which provides its pronunciation. Historically, it denoted a type of jade-like stone or a lower-quality jade. The term also referred to decorative seashells or small ornaments made from such stones, which were used to adorn the bridles of noble horses. In modern Chinese, it seldom stands alone as a noun and is primarily used as a name character valued for its pleasant sound.
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珂是我的好朋友。
这块玉石洁白如珂。
她的名字里有一个珂字。
艺术家收藏美丽的珂石。
这种珂拉材质非常耐磨。
古籍用珂罗版印刷保存。
珂雪映照着清晨的阳光。
他的品格如同无瑕的珂玉。