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māo

What does mean?

Traveler reading for VibeHanzi · seen at 1 published landmark

What it means

cat

In this place

Second half of 熊猫 — the “cat” that makes the panda.

Remember this

猫 is the soft ending after 熊 — cat-shape in the compound name. When the board reads 熊猫 together, you’ve got the full animal title.

Where you’ll see it

Quick answers

What does 猫 (māo) mean for travelers?
cat
Where will I see 猫 in China?
On VibeHanzi it is taught at Panda Base. Each spot page shows the plaque context; Match locks the reading in under a minute.
How do I remember 猫 on the street?
猫 is the soft ending after 熊 — cat-shape in the compound name. When the board reads 熊猫 together, you’ve got the full animal title.