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    Expressing 'stroking' or 'caressing' with 抚摸 (fǔmō)

    Actions & Events
    Manner & Method

    Structure

    Subject + 抚摸 + Object

    Explanation

    The verb 抚摸 (fǔmō) means 'to stroke,' 'to caress,' or 'to touch gently.' It describes a gentle, affectionate touching motion, often used when petting an animal or tenderly touching someone. It conveys warmth and care.

    Examples

    • 小女孩轻轻地抚摸着小狗的头。

      Xiǎo nǚhái qīngqīng de fǔmō zhe xiǎo gǒu de tóu.

      The little girl gently stroked the puppy's head.

    • 妈妈抚摸着孩子的脸，温柔地笑了。

      Māma fǔmō zhe háizi de liǎn, wēnróu de xiào le.

      Mom stroked the child's face and smiled tenderly.

    • 他伸手抚摸那块光滑的石头。

      Tā shēnshǒu fǔmō nà kuài guānghuá de shítou.

      He reached out and stroked the smooth stone.

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