Kanji 模: imitation, copy, mock
Kanji 模: imitation, copy, mock. Readings and core meaning.
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Kanji at a glance
Core meaning / core image
imitation, copy, mock
Kanji structure breakdown
Mnemonic story
This character refers to a mold or model made of wood (木). When the original is gone or none (莫) remains, one uses a wooden model to recreate it, leading to the meanings 'imitation' or 'pattern.'