How to Write 牧
The character 牧 (mù) is written with 8 strokes. Follow the standard Chinese stroke order: top to bottom, left to right, outside before inside. The radical 牛 is one of its key components.
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Meaning & Pronunciation
牧 is pronounced mù in Mandarin Chinese. It means to herd; to pasture.
Common Words with 牧
牧场
mù chǎng
pasture
牧羊人
mù yáng rén
Shepherd
游牧
yóu mù
Nomadic
Example Sentences
牧场里有很多牛。
mù chǎng lǐ yǒu hěn duō niú
There are many cattle in the pasture.
牧羊人在山上。
mù yáng rén zài shān shàng
The shepherd is on the mountain.
他们过著游牧生活。
tā men guò zhù yóu mù shēng huó
They lead a nomadic life.
Practice Writing 牧 (mù)
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