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March 24, 2026
苜mù(mu4)
The character 苜 (mù) refers to clover, a common plant known for its three-leaf structure, often associated with good luck. It is primarily used in agricultural contexts or discussions about botany, and can symbolize fertility and abundance in Chinese culture.
Strokes8Radical艹Frequency#93523DifficultyVery Hard
Cultural Note
In traditional Chinese culture, clover is often associated with good fortune, much like the Western symbolism of finding a four-leaf clover. It can also be seen in poetry and art, celebrating nature's bounty.
Memory Tip
Think of the character 苜 as a small clover plant growing in the grass. The radical '艹' (grass) at the top suggests its plant nature, while the bottom part '木' (mù) resembles a small tree, reminding you that clover is part of the lush greenery that enhances the landscape.
Meanings of 苜
mù(mu4)
1clover
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About 苜
苜Simplified
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艹Radical
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AI Study Notes for 苜
Memory Mnemonic
Think of the character 苜 as a small clover plant growing in the grass. The radical '艹' (grass) at the top suggests its plant nature, while the bottom part '木' (mù) resembles a small tree, reminding you that clover is part of the lush greenery that enhances the landscape.
Usage Notes
While 苜 is relatively straightforward, learners should note that it is not commonly used in everyday conversation. It appears more in written contexts, particularly in agriculture. Be careful not to confuse it with similar characters; the tones are crucial.
HSK Study Tips
Though 苜 is not part of the HSK vocabulary list, it relates to other agricultural terms at a similar level, such as 草 (cǎo - grass) and 花 (huā - flower). Focus on recognizing the radicals to help with memorization.
Cultural Note
In traditional Chinese culture, clover is often associated with good fortune, much like the Western symbolism of finding a four-leaf clover. It can also be seen in poetry and art, celebrating nature's bounty.
Common Mistakes
Learners often confuse 苜 with similar characters like 苗 (miáo - seedling) or 茂 (mào - lush). To avoid this, pay attention to the different radicals and their meanings.
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Grammar Patterns of 苜
苜 carries one core meaning. Below you'll find the patterns that show how it combines with other words, plus example sentences pulled directly from native usage.
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被誉为制造业之乡 、 冬枣之乡 、 ____蓿之乡.
Known as the hometown of the manufacturing sector, jujube village, alfalfa town.
Alfalfa will fail to grow well on soils which lack sufficient amounts of available caleium.
Cultural Notes for 苜
🏮Cultural insight
In traditional Chinese culture, clover is often associated with good fortune, much like the Western symbolism of finding a four-leaf clover. It can also be seen in poetry and art, celebrating nature's bounty.
Word Family of 苜
Words Containing This Character2
苜蓿lucerne
苜mùclover
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Compound Meaning
What does 苜蓿 mean?
Frequently Asked Questions about 苜
苜 specifically refers to clover, while other terms may refer to different types of grass or plants.
No, 苜 is more commonly found in written texts related to agriculture and botany.
You can associate the sound 'mù' with 'moo', as in the sound cows make, which often graze on clover.
