fu2 mo2撫摸抚摸
Jyutpingfu2 mo2
Yalefú mó
Definition
To gently touch or stroke a body with one's palm; to caress or fondle.
neutraldaily actionspeople
How it's used
Focuses on the tactile sensation of gentle, repeated contact, often conveying affection or comfort. While it can be used for objects like pets or fabrics, it is most commonly associated with intimate or soothing human interaction. It carries a slightly more formal or literary tone compared to the more common spoken term 摸.
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Common mistake
Avoid using this in casual settings where a simple 摸 suffices, as 撫摸 can sound overly dramatic or clinical in everyday conversation.
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Grammar guides
- TonesCantonese has six tones, and the tones can change in certain grammatical contexts. Learn the six tones and the rules for tone change.
- Time and datesClock time, days of the week, months, and years. The patterns you need to make plans and talk about when things happen.
- Modal verbsHow to say can, will, may, should, must, and want. The core modal verbs of Cantonese and the differences that trip up beginners.
