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HanziPinyinEnglishTags
驀mòsuddenly, quickly, abruptlyx, 21 strokes, radical 馬
mò(mo4)mo T4
  1. 1suddenly, quickly, abruptly
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March 24, 2026

驀mò(mo4)

The character 驀 (mò) conveys the idea of something happening suddenly, quickly, or abruptly. It is often used in literary contexts to describe unexpected actions or events, adding a dramatic flair to the narrative. This character can be found in phrases that emphasize unexpectedness or immediacy.

Strokes21Radical馬
Cultural note

In Chinese literature, the use of 驀 often appears in poetry to evoke a sudden change or realization, reflecting the cultural appreciation for moments of clarity and spontaneity in life. This character captures the essence of many traditional Chinese themes, such as the fleeting nature of time.

Memory tip

Imagine a horse (the radical 馬) galloping suddenly and swiftly, making a surprising turn. The sound of the galloping horse, 'mò,' echoes the abruptness of its motion, helping you remember both the sound and meaning.

Meanings of 驀

mò(mo4)
1suddenly, quickly, abruptly
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About 驀

驀Simplified
21Strokes
馬Radical
非语素字non-morpheme character (n-m.)Part of Speech
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Usage Notes

Common mistakes include confusing 驀 with other characters that denote speed, like 快 (kuài). It's often used in literary or poetic contexts, so it's less common in everyday conversation. Pay attention to the tone of 'mò' to avoid miscommunication, as mispronouncing it could lead to confusion with other similar-sounding words.

HSK Study Tips

While 驀 is not included in the HSK vocabulary lists, it connects with other HSK words that describe actions and time. Focus on understanding its usage in literary contexts to enhance your reading comprehension, especially when encountering classical texts or modern writings that use vivid imagery.

Common Mistakes

Learners often confuse 驀 with the character 猛 (měng), which means 'fierce' or 'violent.' For instance, saying '我驀跑' (Wǒ mò pǎo) instead of '我猛跑' (Wǒ měng pǎo) can lead to misinterpretation, as the former implies suddenness rather than fierceness.

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Etymology of 驀

Formation typepictophonetic
六书 ClassificationPhono-semantic (形声字)~80-90% of characters
Explanation

Phonosemantic compound. 马 represents the meaning and 莫 represents the sound. Simplified form of 驀.

Memory hint

horse

Semantic (meaning)馬
+
Phonetic (sound)莫
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Origin

驀 = 馬 + 莫. What kind of character does that make it?

Decomposition of 驀

IDS Structure⿱莫馬
驀Full character
=
莫Mo4
top
馬ma3
bottom
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How to say suddenly, quickly, abruptly in Chinese

“suddenly, quickly, abruptly” in Chinese is驀mò

The character 驀 (mò) conveys the idea of something happening suddenly, quickly, or abruptly. It is often used in literary contexts to describe unexpected actions or events, adding a dramatic flair to the narrative. This character can be found in phrases that emphasize unexpectedness or immediacy.

When to use 驀

Common mistakes include confusing 驀 with other characters that denote speed, like 快 (kuài). It's often used in literary or poetic contexts, so it's less common in everyday conversation. Pay attention to the tone of 'mò' to avoid miscommunication, as mispronouncing it could lead to confusion with other similar-sounding words.

What learners get wrong

Learners often confuse 驀 with the character 猛 (měng), which means 'fierce' or 'violent.' For instance, saying '我驀跑' (Wǒ mò pǎo) instead of '我猛跑' (Wǒ měng pǎo) can lead to misinterpretation, as the former implies suddenness rather than fierceness.

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Word Family of 驀

Words containing this character3
蓦然suddenly驀然
蓦地suddenly驀地
蓦mòsuddenly驀
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Frequently asked questions about 驀

You can say 驀然回首 (mò rán huí shǒu), which means 'suddenly looking back,' often used to describe a moment of realization.

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