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模

模 — imitation, copy, mock

Learn the correct stroke order for 模 (imitation), a 14-stroke kanji.

JLPT N1Grade 614 strokes

Stroke Order

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On'yomi (音読み)モmo、ボbo
Kun'yomi (訓読み)—
Strokes14
Radical木
Frequency#668
Meaningsimitation, copy, mock

Step-by-Step Diagram

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Try Writing It

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Common Words

規模きぼscale; scope; plannoun
模擬もぎimitationnoun
模型もけいmodel; dummy; maquettenoun
模索もさくgroping (for); fumbling around (for); searching (for an answer, solution, etc.)noun
模造もぞうimitation; counterfeit; fakenoun
模範もはんexemplar; model; examplenoun

Usage & Examples

Usage Notes

The kanji 模 (imitation) is taught in grade 6 of Japanese elementary school and appears at JLPT N1 level. It has 14 strokes with radical 木.

In newspaper frequency rankings, 模 is #668, making it a frequently used kanji.

Example Words in Context

規模きぼ — scale; scope; plan
模擬もぎ — imitation
模型もけい — model; dummy; maquette

Practice Sheet

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Related Kanji

Same radical (木)

木tree本book末end未un-札tag朴crude机desk朱vermilion

Same reading

茂overgrown墓grave簿register慕pining畝furrow

Frequently Asked Questions

How many strokes does 模 have?

The kanji 模 (imitation) has 14 strokes. Watch the animation above to see the correct order.

What is the correct stroke order for 模?

模 follows the standard Japanese stroke order as taught in schools. Use the step-by-step diagram or the "Try Writing" tool above to practice each stroke in sequence.

What does 模 mean?

模 means: imitation, copy, mock. On'yomi readings: モ, ボ.

What JLPT level is 模?

模 is a JLPT N1 kanji. This is an advanced kanji.