舞 wǔ

To dance in ceremonies while holding ritual ox tails or feathered ornaments in both hands.

To dance, perform, brandish, or move gracefully; also a dance as a noun. A dancer with arms spread holding tassel-like ornaments above two feet (舛) stepping apart.

Common Usage & Traps

  • 单用舞字 使用常见词组组词(如双音节词)

    In spoken Chinese, single characters like 舞 usually pair into compound words rather than standing alone.

What is the core visual insight behind 舞 (wǔ)?

A dancer with ribbons held high stepping on two moving feet (舛).

Understanding the internal components of 舞 unlocks rapid recall across related compound words.

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《这还是茶馆儿吗?》 Teahouse or Cinema?
HSK 3 ~3 min read 325 chars
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Ever wondered where old Beijing's tea-drinking culture has gone? Follow a visitor discovering why locals now avoid famous tea houses—and practice expressing surprise and comparisons in Chinese along the way.

  • 因为在那儿可以一边喝茶,一边看表演,看唱歌、 跳舞 什么的。

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