模仿
To copy the behavior, appearance, or speech of another person or thing.
Examples
3 of 5他模仿鸟叫的声音非常逼真。
His imitation of bird calls is very realistic.
许多新建筑都在模仿古代风格。
Many new buildings are imitating ancient styles.
别模仿我说话！
Don't mimic the way I speak!
Word Family
Memory Tip
Mo (pattern/model) + Fang (resemble/imitate).
Quick Quiz
许多年轻画家通过___名作来提高自己的技巧。
Correct!
The correct answer is: 模仿
Examples
他模仿鸟叫的声音非常逼真。
everydayHis imitation of bird calls is very realistic.
许多新建筑都在模仿古代风格。
formalMany new buildings are imitating ancient styles.
别模仿我说话！
informalDon't mimic the way I speak!
模仿学习是人类认知发展的关键环节。
academicImitative learning is a key link in human cognitive development.
这家公司模仿了竞争对手的市场策略。
businessThis company imitated its competitor's marketing strategy.
Word Family
Common Collocations
Common Phrases
模仿秀
imitation show
模仿行为
imitative behavior
机械模仿
mechanical imitation
Often Confused With
模拟 is more about technical simulation, while 模仿 is about copying behavior or appearance.
Usage Notes
Can be neutral (learning) or negative (lacking originality).
Common Mistakes
Using '模拟' when you mean copying a person's behavior.
Memory Tip
Mo (pattern/model) + Fang (resemble/imitate).
Word Origin
From 'mo' (model/standard) and 'fang' (to resemble).
Grammar Patterns
Quick Quiz
许多年轻画家通过___名作来提高自己的技巧。
Correct!
The correct answer is: 模仿
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审视
B1To examine or look at something carefully and critically, often from a new perspective.
态度
B1A settled way of thinking or feeling about someone or something, typically one that is reflected in a person's behavior. In an academic context, it refers to the stance or perspective an author or speaker takes regarding a subject.
偏向
B1An inclination, bias, or tendency towards a particular side or opinion. It can also be used as a verb meaning 'to favor'.
动机
B1The reason or reasons one has for acting or behaving in a particular way; motivation or motive.
适应
B1To adjust to new conditions or a new environment. It refers to the process of becoming suitable for a new situation through changes in behavior or thinking.
满足
B1To fulfill a need, requirement, or desire. It can also describe the feeling of being satisfied.
意识
B1The state of being aware of one's surroundings; knowledge or realization of something; or the collective thoughts of a group.
偏见
B1An unfair and often negative opinion or feeling formed without enough thought or knowledge. It refers to a biased perspective against a person or group.
行为
B1The way in which one acts or conducts oneself, especially toward others, or the response of an organism to a stimulus.
认知
B1The mental action or process of acquiring knowledge and understanding through thought, experience, and the senses.
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