COMPONENTS & ETYMOLOGY
How 姆 is built
Traditional etymology note: 女 (woman) suggests the meaning, while 母 suggests the pronunciation.
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How to Write 姆 (mǔ) — Chinese Character Stroke Order, Meaning & Practice Sheet
woman who looks after small children
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STROKE BY STROKE
Static stroke diagrams
Follow all 8 strokes in the correct order.
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StrokeSheetCharacter Writing Worksheet
mǔ
姆
woman who looks after small children
Common words
bǎo mǔ
保姆
nanny; housekeeper
Follow the stroke order, then write it on your own.
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姆
姆
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LEARNING TIP
Remember 姆
Say “mǔ” aloud as you replay the animation. Then hide the model and write the 8 strokes from memory. Short, repeated practice builds a stronger visual and motor connection.
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Common words and phrases
bǎo mǔ
nanny; housekeeper
Frequently asked questions
How many strokes are in 姆?
姆 is written with 8 strokes.
What does 姆 (mǔ) mean?
姆 (mǔ) means woman who looks after small children.
What is the radical of 姆?
The radical of 姆 is 女, associated with Not yet classified.