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March 24, 2026
魔术(魔術)móshù(mo2shu4)
魔术 (mó shù) refers to magic or the art of illusion, commonly associated with performance arts where tricks create the appearance of supernatural feats. It is often used in contexts related to entertainment, such as magic shows or performances, and encompasses both stage magic and street magic.
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Cultural Note
Magic shows are popular in Chinese culture, especially during festivals and celebrations where entertainers showcase their skills to amuse audiences. The art of magic has deep roots in traditional Chinese storytelling and folklore.
Memory Tip
Imagine a magician pulling a rabbit out of a hat. The character 魔 (mó) resembles a witch's hat, symbolizing magic, and术 (shù) can be visualized as a path or method, indicating the skill or technique involved in performing magic.
Meanings of 魔术
móshù(mo2shu4)
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About 魔术
魔术Simplified
魔術Traditional
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名词míngcínoun (n.)Part of Speech
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幻术 (huàn shù) - use 魔术 (mó shù) when referring specifically to entertainment magic, while 幻术 (huàn shù) can imply a broader concept of illusion, including mentalism.
Usage Notes
魔术 is typically used in informal contexts when discussing entertainment; however, in academic discussions about performance arts, a more formal term like '魔法' (mófǎ) may be used. Be cautious with the tones; mispronouncing either character can change the meaning entirely.
HSK Study Tips
As an HSK Level 6 word, 魔术 connects with other words related to performance and art. Students should focus on using it in compound phrases, such as '魔术表演' (magic performance) to enhance their vocabulary contextually.
Common Mistakes
Learners often confuse 魔术 with 魔法 (mófǎ), which means magic in a more mystical or supernatural sense. A common mistake is saying '我喜欢魔法' (wǒ xǐhuān mófǎ) when they mean to express a liking for magic shows, which should be '我喜欢魔术'.
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魔术 (mó shù) refers to magic or the art of illusion, commonly associated with performance arts where tricks create the appearance of supernatural feats. It is often used in contexts related to entertainment, such as magic shows or performances, and encompasses both stage magic and street magic.
When to use 魔术
魔术 is typically used in informal contexts when discussing entertainment; however, in academic discussions about performance arts, a more formal term like '魔法' (mófǎ) may be used. Be cautious with the tones; mispronouncing either character can change the meaning entirely.
魔术 or something close to it
幻术 (huàn shù) - use 魔术 (mó shù) when referring specifically to entertainment magic, while 幻术 (huàn shù) can imply a broader concept of illusion, including mentalism.
What learners get wrong
Learners often confuse 魔术 with 魔法 (mófǎ), which means magic in a more mystical or supernatural sense. A common mistake is saying '我喜欢魔法' (wǒ xǐhuān mófǎ) when they mean to express a liking for magic shows, which should be '我喜欢魔术'.
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Grammar Patterns of 魔术
魔术 functions as a noun — it names a person, place, thing, or concept. Place it as a subject before the verb (主+谓) or as an object after the verb (谓+宾). Most Chinese nouns require a measure word between the number and the noun (e.g. 一个/三本). The example sentences below show it in action, with practice buttons (Listen, Practice Writing, Practice Speaking) on every line.
