COMPONENTS & ETYMOLOGY
How 妈 is built
Traditional etymology note: 女 (woman) suggests the meaning, while 马 suggests the pronunciation.
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How to Write 妈 (mā) — Chinese Character Stroke Order, Meaning & Practice Sheet
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māTone 1 (High)Keep your pitch high and level.
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STROKE BY STROKE
Static stroke diagrams
Follow all 6 strokes in the correct order.
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mā
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Common words
mā ma
妈妈
mama; mommy; mother
dà mā
大妈
father's elder brother's wife; aunt (affectionate term for an elderly woman)
Follow the stroke order, then write it on your own.
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LEARNING TIP
Remember 妈
Say “mā” aloud as you replay the animation. Then hide the model and write the 6 strokes from memory. Short, repeated practice builds a stronger visual and motor connection.
Practice on CanvasWORDS WITH 妈
Common words and phrases
mā ma
mama; mommy; mother
dà mā
father's elder brother's wife; aunt (affectionate term for an elderly woman)
Frequently asked questions
How many strokes are in 妈?
妈 is written with 6 strokes.
What does 妈 (mā) mean?
妈 (mā) means ma.
What is the radical of 妈?
The radical of 妈 is 女, associated with Not yet classified.