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The character "辣" is a phono-semantic compound formed by the radical "辛", which conveys the general idea of pungency or acridity, and the component "剌", serving primarily as a phonetic indicator for its pronunciation. Its etymological origins lie in describing sharp or biting sensations, initially covering a broad spectrum of intense flavors before becoming specifically associated with the burning spiciness of ingredients such as chili peppers. Over centuries, the term expanded beyond taste to metaphorically describe qualities like fierceness or severity in human behavior, illustrating a semantic shift influenced by cultural and linguistic usage. The structure of the character has remained consistent, with "辛" and "剌" together encapsulating both its sound and core meaning, thereby preserving its link to concepts of intensity and pungency.
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这道菜很辣。
这个辣椒非常辣。
我喜欢吃辣的食物。
他做菜时总是加辣椒。
这种辣味让我受不了。
我被辣得直喝冰水。
吃辣的食物对身体有益。
虽然辣味很刺激，但是很多人都喜欢。