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The Chinese word "邦德" (Bāng dé) is formed through a process of phonetic and semantic adaptation for the transliteration of the foreign name "Bond", most famously associated with the character James Bond. The two characters were chosen primarily for how closely their combined pronunciation approximates the English sound "Bond". Beyond sound, the characters were selected for their positive connotations: "邦" (bāng) means "state" or "nation", evoking a sense of grandeur and duty, while "德" (dé) means "virtue" or "moral character", suggesting integrity and honor. Together, they create a culturally resonant name that not only sounds right but also constructs an idealized image befitting a heroic secret agent within a Chinese interpretive context.