Definitions
(noun)
rocks piled up; uneven stone surface
(adjective)
sincere; open and honest
Etymology
Many rocks 石 piled up
About
The character '磊' derives from its structural composition of three '石' elements, each meaning stone, which originally depicted a heap of stones or rocky terrain. From this literal foundation, the character's meaning evolved to convey metaphorical attributes of solidity and integrity, often applied to describe an honest and open-hearted disposition in individuals. This semantic expansion is evident in classical compounds like '磊落,' where it contributes to notions of uprightness and straightforwardness, demonstrating how the character's usage transitioned from physical descriptions to abstract qualities of character over time.
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张磊在看书。
李磊是我的同学。
他做事很磊落。
磊磊在北京工作。
王磊老师教我们数学。
虽然张磊很年轻，但他很磊落。
当磊磊遇到困难时，他总是磊落地面对。
在商业谈判中，磊落的态度往往能赢得信任。