mou4 bat1毛筆毛笔
Jyutpingmou4 bat1
Yalemòuh bāt
Definition
Ink brush used in traditional Chinese calligraphy and painting.
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How it's used
Refers specifically to the traditional tool used for calligraphy, distinguishing it from modern pens or pencils. It is often associated with cultural activities or school subjects like calligraphy classes. The quality of the brush is frequently judged by the type of animal hair used for the tip.
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zi1支jīExamples
Did you ever learn to write with an ink brush when you were little?
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