N2
もほう (mohō)
模倣
imitation, copying, mimicry
💡 Nuance & Usage:
Refers to the act of imitating or copying something, often for learning or artistic purposes, but can also imply unoriginality. (何かを模倣したり、真似したりする行為を指し、学習や芸術目的の場合もあれば、独自性がないことを示唆する場合もあります。)
📝 Example Sentences
彼は先輩の話し方を模倣して、プレゼンテーションを改善した。
He improved his presentation by imitating his senior's way of speaking.
Practice Quiz
Test your understanding of "模倣"!
子供は親の行動を_______して学ぶことが多い。
🎉 正解 / Correct!
日本語: 「親の行動」を「真似して学ぶ」という文脈なので、「模倣」が適切です。
English: In the context of 'learning by copying parents' behavior', '模倣' (imitation) is appropriate.
English: In the context of 'learning by copying parents' behavior', '模倣' (imitation) is appropriate.
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