卯 (mǎo): 4th terrestrial branch — Stroke Order & Writing Guide
1. Animated Stroke Order 卯
Watch each stroke animate in order, then practice the same sequence by hand.
Watch each stroke animate in order, then practice the same sequence by hand.
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Two parts (卩) facing each other — originally depicting a door's two leaves, symbolizing opposition.
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Real-world example sentences demonstrating how 卯 is used in context
This year is the Year of the Rabbit in the lunar calendar, with the earthly branch being 'mao', so it's also called the Year of the Mao Rabbit.
In ancient times, officials had to go to the yamen to check attendance at mao shi (5-7 a.m.) every day.
This table is made using the traditional mortise and tenon structure, so it's very sturdy.