Common Meanings
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mó模
Model; standard; pattern; mold.
这个机器人模型制作得非常精美。
This robot model is exquisitely made.
to imitate; to copy; to simulate
他喜欢模仿老师的讲课方式。
He likes to imitate the teacher's way of lecturing.
Refers specifically to a 'model' person, an exemplary individual to be admired or emulated, as in 'model worker' or 'heroic model'.
他是一位值得我们学习的劳模。
He is a model worker worth learning from.
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mú模
Appearance, look, or manner (as in 模样); it can also indicate approximation or the way something is done; or to copy and imitate.
这个孩子可爱的模样，真让人喜欢。
This child's cute appearance is truly endearing.
A mould, template, or die used to shape materials by pressing or casting.
生产这个零件需要用到特殊的模具
Producing this part requires a special mould.