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March 24, 2026
模特mótè(mo2te4)
模特 (mó tè) refers to a model, typically in the fashion industry, who showcases clothing and accessories. This term is a loanword from English and is commonly used in contexts related to fashion shows, photo shoots, and advertising. It conveys a sense of professionalism and glamour associated with the modeling profession.
Strokes24Frequency#1018DifficultyHard
Cultural Note
In China, the modeling industry has grown significantly, especially with the rise of fashion weeks and international brands. Models often play a crucial role in shaping trends and popular culture, reflecting the country's increasing influence on global fashion.
Memory Tip
Imagine a fashionable figure standing in a pose, showcasing the latest trends. The character 模 combines the radical for 'to imitate' (模) with the sound of 'te' from 'model,' making it easy to remember that 模特 is someone who imitates styles and trends in fashion.
Meanings of 模特
mótè(mo2te4)
1(fashion) model (loanword)
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About 模特
模特Simplified
24Strokes
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形容词xíngróngcíadjective (adj.)Part of Speech
#1018Frequency Rank
HSK 2.0L5HSKKL3CEFRB2
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Quick Contrast
模特 (mótè) vs 影模 (yǐngmó) — use 模特 for fashion models, while 影模 refers specifically to models in film or television contexts.
Usage Notes
Learners often confuse 模特 with the word for 'example' (模范, mó fàn), which is a different concept. It's essential to use 模特 in contexts specifically related to the fashion industry. The tone of '模' is second tone and '特' is fourth tone, so ensure to practice the pronunciation.
HSK Study Tips
As an HSK 5 word, 模特 is connected to other vocabulary related to professions and industries. Students should focus on context and collocations, such as '时尚模特' (fashion model) or '平面模特' (print model) to enhance their understanding.
Common Mistakes
Learners often mistakenly use 模特 to refer to models in general contexts, while it should only be used for fashion models. For example, saying '这是一位模特的画家' (This is a model painter) is incorrect; it should be '这是一位画家' (This is a painter).
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模特 (mó tè) refers to a model, typically in the fashion industry, who showcases clothing and accessories. This term is a loanword from English and is commonly used in contexts related to fashion shows, photo shoots, and advertising. It conveys a sense of professionalism and glamour associated with the modeling profession.
When to use 模特
Learners often confuse 模特 with the word for 'example' (模范, mó fàn), which is a different concept. It's essential to use 模特 in contexts specifically related to the fashion industry. The tone of '模' is second tone and '特' is fourth tone, so ensure to practice the pronunciation.
模特 or something close to it
模特 (mótè) vs 影模 (yǐngmó) — use 模特 for fashion models, while 影模 refers specifically to models in film or television contexts.
What learners get wrong
Learners often mistakenly use 模特 to refer to models in general contexts, while it should only be used for fashion models. For example, saying '这是一位模特的画家' (This is a model painter) is incorrect; it should be '这是一位画家' (This is a painter).
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Grammar Patterns of 模特
模特 functions as an adjective. In Chinese it behaves like a stative verb: place it directly after the subject without 是 (我很高，not 我是高). Use 不 to negate (不高) and pair it with 很 in plain affirmative sentences. The example sentences below show it in action, with practice buttons (Listen, Practice Writing, Practice Speaking) on every line.
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很多____发誓要重回大学校园，但很少有人做到。
While many models vow to go back to college, few do.
