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慨
kǎi
Description
“慨”这个字常常用来表示很深的感情，比如很难过，或者很激动。
The character "慨" is often used to express deep feelings, such as sadness or strong excitement.
它很少一个字用，多在“感慨”“慷慨”这样的词里出现。
It is rarely used alone, mostly appearing in words like "感慨" and "慷慨".
Meanings
感慨gǎnkǎi
to sigh with deep emotion; feelings stirred
看到老照片，他很感慨。
He felt very emotional when he saw the old photos.
慷慨kāngkǎi
generous; open-handed
他很慷慨，常常帮助别人。
He is very generous and often helps others.
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Notes
- Etymology
has the 忄(heart) radical, showing it relates to feelings and emotions.
- Nuance
慨 rarely stands alone; learn it inside compounds like 感慨 and 慷慨.
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