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HanziPinyinEnglishTags
揣摩chuǎimóto analyzeHSK 7, unknown, 27 strokes, rank #29555, Very Hard
揣摩chuǎimóto try to figure outHSK 7, unknown, 27 strokes, rank #29555, Very Hard
揣摩chuǎimóto try to fathomHSK 7, unknown, 27 strokes, rank #29555, Very Hard
chuǎimó(chuai3mo2)chuai mo T3
  1. 1to analyze
  2. 2to try to figure out
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March 24, 2026

揣摩chuǎimó(chuai3mo2)

The term 揣摩 (chuǎi mó) refers to the act of analyzing, interpreting, or trying to figure something out, often with a focus on understanding someone's thoughts or intentions. It is commonly used in contexts where one is attempting to discern underlying meanings or motives behind actions or statements.

Strokes27Frequency#29555DifficultyVery Hard
Cultural note

In Chinese culture, understanding someone's intentions is often seen as a sign of deep interpersonal connection and emotional intelligence, making 揣摩 an important concept in both personal and professional relationships.

Memory tip

Imagine a detective (who 'analyzes' people) using a magnifying glass to 'fathom' the truth. The character 揣 (chuǎi) looks like a hand holding something (interpreting), while 摩 (mó) can be associated with rubbing together ideas to understand them better.

Meanings of 揣摩

chuǎimó(chuai3mo2)
1to analyze
2to try to figure out
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About 揣摩

揣摩Simplified
27Strokes
—Radical
动词dòngcíverb (v.)Part of Speech
#—Frequency Rank
HSK 3.0L7AdvancedTOCFLL5CEFRC2

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推测 (tuīcè) - use 揣摩 when the focus is on interpreting someone's intentions, while 推测 is more about making educated guesses based on available information.

Usage Notes

A common mistake is using 揣摩 in overly formal contexts when discussing casual conversations. It is typically informal and can be associated with interpersonal interactions where one is trying to understand someone else's feelings or thoughts. Be mindful of the tone when using it in conversation.

HSK Study Tips

While this word is not an HSK level word, it connects well with verbs related to thinking and understanding, such as 思考 (sīkǎo) meaning 'to think'. Focus on the nuances of analyzing and interpreting when studying this term alongside others.

Common Mistakes

Learners often confuse 揣摩 with 观察 (guānchá), which means 'observe' but lacks the interpretive aspect. For instance, saying '我观察他的想法' (I observe his thoughts) would be incorrect; instead, use '我揣摩他的想法' (I try to figure out his thoughts).

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Component characters

揣chuāito stow in one's clothes; to estimate, to guess, to figure
HSK 712 strokes扌
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摩móto rub
15 strokes手
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How to say to analyze in Chinese

“to analyze” in Chinese is揣摩chuǎimó

The term 揣摩 (chuǎi mó) refers to the act of analyzing, interpreting, or trying to figure something out, often with a focus on understanding someone's thoughts or intentions. It is commonly used in contexts where one is attempting to discern underlying meanings or motives behind actions or statements.

When to use 揣摩

A common mistake is using 揣摩 in overly formal contexts when discussing casual conversations. It is typically informal and can be associated with interpersonal interactions where one is trying to understand someone else's feelings or thoughts. Be mindful of the tone when using it in conversation.

揣摩 or something close to it

推测 (tuīcè) - use 揣摩 when the focus is on interpreting someone's intentions, while 推测 is more about making educated guesses based on available information.

What learners get wrong

Learners often confuse 揣摩 with 观察 (guānchá), which means 'observe' but lacks the interpretive aspect. For instance, saying '我观察他的想法' (I observe his thoughts) would be incorrect; instead, use '我揣摩他的想法' (I try to figure out his thoughts).

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It's better suited for informal discussions or personal interactions, as it implies a subjective interpretation.

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