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synonym Comparative
見習う
VS
見本

Differences Between "見習う" and "見本"

Option A
見習う
Meaning
to learn from, to follow one's example, to apprentice
Reading
みならう (minarau)
Syllabus Level
N2
Practical Example
先輩の勤勉な姿勢を見習って、私も頑張りたい。
I want to follow my senior's diligent attitude and work hard too.
Option B
見本
Meaning
sample, specimen, model, example
Reading
みほん (mihon)
Syllabus Level
N2
Practical Example
この生地の見本を見て、色を選んでください。
Please look at this fabric sample and choose a color.

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Which word fits this context: "(to learn from, to follow one's example, to apprentice)"?
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使い分け解説:
- 見習う: To learn by observing and imitating someone's actions, skills, or good qualities. Can also mean to work as an apprentice to learn a trade or skill.
- 見本: Refers to an item that represents a group or a standard, often used for display or testing purposes. 製品の一部や型、あるいは模範となる例を指します。
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