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The word "模特" is formed through transliteration from the English word "model", specifically for fashion models, by selecting characters that approximate the sounds: "模" (mó) corresponds to "mo", and "特" (tè) corresponds to "del". The characters also contribute semantically, with "模" meaning model or pattern, and "特" meaning special, collectively conveying the idea of a distinctive exemplar in fashion.

Example Sentences Hide

那个模特在拍照。

Nàgè mótè zài pāizhào.

That model is taking photos.

模特穿着漂亮的衣服。

Mótè chuānzhe piàoliang de yīfu.

The model is wearing beautiful clothes.

这位模特不仅走秀，还拍摄广告。

Zhè wèi mótè bùjǐn zǒuxiù, hái pāishè guǎnggào.

This model not only walks the runway but also shoots advertisements.

许多年轻人都梦想成为时尚模特。

Xǔduō niánqīng rén dōu mèngxiǎng chéngwéi shíshàng mótè.

Many young people dream of becoming fashion models.

尽管模特行业竞争激烈，她依然坚持每天训练。

Jǐnguǎn mótè hángyè jìngzhēng jīliè, tā yīrán jiānchí měitiān xùnliàn.

Although the modeling industry is highly competitive, she still persists in training every day.

Word Definition - 模特

mó tè (fashion) model (loanword)

Individual Character Details

模 mó, mú
特 tè