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JLPT N310画 · 10 strokesradical 毛grade 6freq #1800

pattern, example, model

On'yomi (音読み)

Kun'yomi (訓読み)

Mnemonic

As a model artist, I carve intricate wood patterns with fine hair-like strokes, creating beautiful sculptures that inspire and exemplify craftsmanship.

About this kanji

The kanji 「模」 primarily means pattern, example, or model. It is used as a noun and appears in various compounds. For instance, 「模様」 (もよう) means pattern, often referring to designs on fabric or wallpaper. Another example is 「模範」 (もはん), which means example, something to model oneself after, like a role model. Additionally, 「模造」 (もぞう) means imitation, often used in contexts like imitating artwork. One important note is that this kanji does not have a native Japanese reading, making its usage mainly in compounds or as a noun.

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Example sentences

  • この模様はとても美しい。

    This pattern is very beautiful.

Meanings across languages

English
pattern, example, model
Tiếng Việt
hình mẫu, mô hình
日本語
模様, 例, モデル
한국어
패턴, 예, 모델
中文
图案, 例子, 模型
id
pola, contoh, model
th
รูปแบบ, ตัวอย่าง, โมเดล
es
patrón, ejemplo, modelo
fr
modèle, exemple, exemple
de
Muster, Beispiel, Modell
pt
padrão, exemplo, modelo

Common compounds

  • 模様もようpattern, design
  • 模範もはんexample, model, paragon
  • 模造もぞうimitation, replica
  • 模型もけいmodel, scale model

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