lam4 mou4臨摹临摹
Jyutpinglam4 mou4
Yalelàhm mòuh
Definition
To copy, trace, or replicate a model of calligraphy, painting, or a photograph.
writtendaily actions
How it's used
Focuses specifically on the act of artistic imitation for the purpose of learning or reproduction. It implies a disciplined approach where the learner attempts to capture the style and essence of the original work rather than just tracing lines. It is almost exclusively used in the context of fine arts like painting and calligraphy.
Examples
He really likes to copy the calligraphy works of famous masters.
Related words
Common mistake
Do not use this for general copying of documents or files, which would be 影印 or 複製. It is strictly reserved for artistic or calligraphic practice.
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Grammar guides
- QuestionsFrom yes or no questions to asking who, what, where, and when. The patterns you need to ask questions naturally in Cantonese.
- ClassifiersCantonese puts a classifier between a number and a noun, and a bare classifier on its own can mean the. Learn the common ones and how to use them.
- ComparisonsHow to say bigger than, the most, the same as, and not as good as. Cantonese uses 過 where Mandarin uses 比, and that catches a lot of learners out.
