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茜 is a phono-semantic compound with the grass radical 艹 on top, classifying it botanically, and the component 西 below, providing its sound. It primarily refers to the Asian madder, a climbing vine whose roots were historically prized for producing a vivid red dye. From this, the character also denotes a deep crimson color. Its aesthetic and natural associations make it popular in modern feminine names and for transliterating foreign names.
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我的妹妹叫小茜。
小茜喜欢唱歌。
今天小茜去上学。
这种茜草可以染色。
小茜的妈妈是医生。
茜色的裙子很漂亮。
小茜虽然年轻，但很懂事。
茜草在古代常用于制作染料。