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镆 — pronunciations, definitions, and tags
HanziPinyinEnglishTags
swordx, 15 strokes, radical 钅, Very Hard
(mo4) T4
  1. 1sword
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March 24, 2026
(鏌)(mo4)

The character 镆 (mò) refers specifically to a type of sword or blade. It is often associated with ancient weaponry and can evoke a sense of martial prowess or historical significance, particularly in literature or discussions about Chinese swords.

Strokes15RadicalFrequency#—DifficultyVery Hard
Cultural Note

In Chinese culture, swords are not just weapons but also symbols of honor and bravery, featured in many classic tales of heroes and legends. The character 镆 connects to this rich cultural history, often representing the spirit of martial arts.

Memory Tip

Imagine a mighty warrior holding a gleaming sword (the character resembles a sword embedded in a shield). The top part of 镆 looks like a blade, while the bottom can be imagined as a protective grip, helping you remember the sound 'mò' as you visualize wielding this powerful weapon.

Meanings of 镆

(mo4)
1sword
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About 镆

Simplified
Traditional
15Strokes
Radical
非语素字non-morpheme character (n-m.)Part of Speech
#—Frequency Rank

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AI Study Notes for 镆

Memory Mnemonic

Imagine a mighty warrior holding a gleaming sword (the character resembles a sword embedded in a shield). The top part of 镆 looks like a blade, while the bottom can be imagined as a protective grip, helping you remember the sound 'mò' as you visualize wielding this powerful weapon.

Usage Notes

Be cautious not to confuse 镆 with other similar characters for different types of blades or weapons. It is more commonly used in literary contexts rather than everyday conversation. Remember that the tone is essential; using the wrong tone can change the meaning entirely.

HSK Study Tips

While 镆 is not part of the HSK vocabulary list, it relates to the HSK level vocabulary focusing on weapons and historical terms. Students should focus on understanding its context in classical literature and martial arts discussions to enhance their vocabulary.

Cultural Note

In Chinese culture, swords are not just weapons but also symbols of honor and bravery, featured in many classic tales of heroes and legends. The character 镆 connects to this rich cultural history, often representing the spirit of martial arts.

Common Mistakes

Learners often confuse 镆 with similar characters like 剑 (jiàn), which more commonly refers to a sword in general usage. Ensure you use 镆 in contexts that highlight its historical or literary significance.

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Pronunciation of 镆

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Etymology of 镆

Formation Typepictophonetic
六书 ClassificationPhono-semantic (形声字)~80-90% of characters
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metal

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Phonetic (sound)
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Character Formation Type

What type of character formation is 镆?

Decomposition of 镆

IDS Structure⿰钅莫
Full Character
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jin1
left
Mo4
right
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Identify the Components

Which of these is a component of 镆?

Write 镆

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Cultural Notes for 镆

🏮Cultural insight

In Chinese culture, swords are not just weapons but also symbols of honor and bravery, featured in many classic tales of heroes and legends. The character 镆 connects to this rich cultural history, often representing the spirit of martial arts.

Word Family of 镆

Words Containing This Character1
sword
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Compound Meaning

What does 镆 mean?

Frequently Asked Questions about 镆

In modern contexts, 镆 is rarely used outside of historical or literary discussions, primarily referring to ancient swords.