COMPONENTS & ETYMOLOGY
How 摩 is built
Traditional etymology note: 手 (hand) suggests the meaning, while 麻 suggests the pronunciation.
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How to Write 摩 (mó) — Chinese Character Stroke Order, Meaning & Practice Sheet
to rub
móTone 2 (Rising)Pitch goes up like asking ‘What?’
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STROKE BY STROKE
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Follow all 15 strokes in the correct order.
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StrokeSheetCharacter Writing Worksheet
mó
摩
to rub
Common words
àn mó
按摩
massage; to massage
chuāi mó
揣摩
to analyze; to try to figure out; to try to fathom
guān mó
观摩
to observe and emulate; to study (esp. following sb's example)
mó cā
摩擦
friction; rubbing; chafing; fig. disharmony
mó tuō chē
摩托车
(loanword) motorbike; motorcycle
Follow the stroke order, then write it on your own.
摩
摩
摩
摩
摩
摩
摩
摩
LEARNING TIP
Remember 摩
Say “mó” aloud as you replay the animation. Then hide the model and write the 15 strokes from memory. Short, repeated practice builds a stronger visual and motor connection.
Practice on CanvasWORDS WITH 摩
Common words and phrases
àn mó
massage; to massage
chuāi mó
to analyze; to try to figure out; to try to fathom
guān mó
to observe and emulate; to study (esp. following sb's example)
mó cā
friction; rubbing; chafing; fig. disharmony
mó tuō chē
(loanword) motorbike; motorcycle
Frequently asked questions
How many strokes are in 摩?
摩 is written with 15 strokes.
What does 摩 (mó) mean?
摩 (mó) means to rub.
What is the radical of 摩?
The radical of 摩 is 手, associated with Not yet classified.