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March 24, 2026
模样(模樣)múyàng(mu2yang4)
模样 (mú yàng) refers to the appearance, style, or look of something or someone. It can also imply an approximation or a general idea about how something should be. This word is commonly used in everyday conversations to describe someone's demeanor or the style of an object.
Frequency#5466DifficultyHard
Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, appearance and style carry significant weight in social interactions. The concept of 'look' often influences personal and professional relationships, making the understanding of模样 essential in navigating social norms.
Memory Tip
Think of 模 (mó) as a 'mold' shaping an object's appearance, while 样 (yàng) sounds like 'yang' which can remind you of a 'young' look. Imagine a young artist using a mold to create a stylish sculpture, giving it a distinct look.
Meanings of 模样
múyàng(mu2yang4)
1look
2style
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About 模样
模样Simplified
模樣Traditional
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名词míngcínoun (n.)Part of Speech
#5466Frequency Rank
个Measure Word
HSK 2.0L6HSK 3.0L6IntermediateHSKKL3CEFRB2
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AI Study Notes for 模样
Quick Contrast
样子 (yàngzi) - use 模样 when referring to a more general or abstract appearance, while 样子 is more specific to the physical form or shape.
Memory Mnemonic
Think of 模 (mó) as a 'mold' shaping an object's appearance, while 样 (yàng) sounds like 'yang' which can remind you of a 'young' look. Imagine a young artist using a mold to create a stylish sculpture, giving it a distinct look.
Usage Notes
Be cautious with the tones;模 (mó) and 目 (mù) can be easily confused if mispronounced. This word is often used in informal contexts to describe styles or appearances, but it can also fit in more formal discussions about design or aesthetics. Common collocations include '模样好' (good appearance) or '模样多变' (varied styles).
HSK Study Tips
As an HSK Level 6 word,模样 connects with other vocabulary related to aesthetics and description. Students should focus on using it in sentences that compare styles or express opinions about appearances, enhancing their descriptive language skills.
Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, appearance and style carry significant weight in social interactions. The concept of 'look' often influences personal and professional relationships, making the understanding of模样 essential in navigating social norms.
Common Mistakes
Learners often confuse模样 with similar words like样式 (yàngshì), which refers more to style rather than appearance. For example, saying '这个模样的设计' (this appearance's design) should be corrected to '这个样式的设计' (this style's design).
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Grammar Patterns of 模样
模样 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). It carries 7 related meanings, each with its own usage notes below. The example sentences below show it in action, with practice buttons (Listen, Practice Writing, Practice Speaking) on every line.
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你真该看看他谈到家的时候眼睛放光的____。
You should see his eyes light up when he talks about home.
Example Sentences for 模样 (7)
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1
你真该看看他谈到家的时候眼睛放光的模样。
nǐ zhēn gāi kàn kàn tā tán dào jiā de shí hòu yǎn jīng fàng guāng de mó yàng。
You should see his eyes light up when he talks about home.
2
俱乐部里的人个个看起来都像14岁的模样。
jù lè bù lǐ de rén gè gè kàn qǐ lái dū xiàng14 14 suì de mó。
Everybody in the club looked to be fourteen years old.
3
她又高又瘦，一副精明过人的模样。
tā yòu gāo yòu shòu， ， yī fù jīng míng guò rén de mó。
She was thin and spare, with a sharply intelligent face.
4
她想象着他噔噔噔地走向车子，一副自以为是的模样。
tā xiǎng xiàng zháo tā dēng dēng dēng dì zǒu xiàng chē zǐ， ， yī fù zì yǐ wéi shì de mó。
She visualized him stomping to his car, the picture of self-righteousness.
zhèng sì hū wéi zhuāng mǎn le qián chāo biàn jí qí jiāo ào mó yàng de bào dōu, , zài tā yǎn xià zài xiàn, shí , bǎ yuán yǒu hé píng shī.
Another mental picture of that pouch, so proudly bulging with money, destroyed his peace of mind.
Cultural Notes for 模样
🏮Cultural insight
In Chinese culture, appearance and style carry significant weight in social interactions. The concept of 'look' often influences personal and professional relationships, making the understanding of模样 essential in navigating social norms.
Frequently Asked Questions about 模样
No,模样 specifically refers to physical appearances or styles, not emotional states.
模样 is generally informal but can be used in semi-formal contexts when discussing design or aesthetics.
You can say '她的模样很美' (Her appearance is beautiful) to describe someone's looks.
