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仫 — pronunciations, definitions, and tags
HanziPinyinEnglishTags
tribex, 5 strokes, radical 亻, Very Hard
name of tribeunknown, 5 strokes, radical 亻, Very Hard
(mu4) T4
  1. 1tribe
  2. 2name of tribe
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March 24, 2026
(mu4)

The character 仫 (mù) refers to a specific tribe or ethnic group, particularly the Mulao ethnic group in Guangxi, China. It is commonly used in discussions about ethnic diversity and cultural identity within China.

Strokes5RadicalFrequency#—DifficultyVery Hard
Cultural Note

The Mulao ethnic group has a rich culture, including unique traditions, music, and festivals that contribute to China's diverse cultural landscape. Knowing about such tribes enhances appreciation for regional diversity in China.

Memory Tip

Imagine a 'moot' meeting where different tribes gather to discuss their cultures. The character 仫 looks like a person (亻) standing among others, representing tribal gatherings. The pronunciation 'mù' sounds like 'moot', linking the idea of tribes coming together.

Meanings of 仫

(mu4)
1tribe
2name of tribe
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About 仫

Simplified
5Strokes
Radical
非语素字non-morpheme character (n-m.)Part of Speech
#—Frequency Rank

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AI Study Notes for 仫

Memory Mnemonic

Imagine a 'moot' meeting where different tribes gather to discuss their cultures. The character 仫 looks like a person (亻) standing among others, representing tribal gatherings. The pronunciation 'mù' sounds like 'moot', linking the idea of tribes coming together.

Usage Notes

When using 仫, it is important to be aware of its specific context as it pertains to the Mulao people. Avoid using it in a casual context where 'tribe' might imply a more general term; this character is specific. Ensure correct pronunciation to convey respect for the ethnic group.

HSK Study Tips

Although not part of standard HSK vocabulary, understanding 仫 can enrich your knowledge of ethnic groups in China. Students should focus on related terms and ethnic diversity concepts to gain a broader perspective.

Cultural Note

The Mulao ethnic group has a rich culture, including unique traditions, music, and festivals that contribute to China's diverse cultural landscape. Knowing about such tribes enhances appreciation for regional diversity in China.

Common Mistakes

Learners often confuse 仫 with more general terms for 'tribe' or 'group' in Chinese, leading to incorrect usage. For instance, using 仫 interchangeably with 民族 (mínzú) is incorrect, as 民族 refers more broadly to 'nationalities' rather than specific tribes.

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Pronunciation of 仫

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Etymology of 仫

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

people

Semantic (meaning)
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Phonetic (sound)
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Character Formation Type

What type of character formation is 仫?

Decomposition of 仫

IDS Structure⿰亻么
Full Character
=
ren2
left
ma2
right
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Cultural Notes for 仫

🏮Cultural insight

The Mulao ethnic group has a rich culture, including unique traditions, music, and festivals that contribute to China's diverse cultural landscape. Knowing about such tribes enhances appreciation for regional diversity in China.

Word Family of 仫

Words Containing This Character4
仫佬族Mulao ethnic group of Guangxi
仫佬Mulao ethnic group of Guangxi
罗城仫佬族自治县Luocheng Mulao autonomous county in Hezhou 賀州|贺州[Hè​zhōu], Guangxi羅城仫佬族自治縣
name of tribe
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Compound Meaning

What does 仫佬族 mean?

Frequently Asked Questions about 仫

It means 'tribe' and specifically refers to the Mulao ethnic group.