English–Japanese
“model” in Japanese
How to say “model” in Japanese
“Model” in Japanese is 模型 (mokei).
A constructed stand-in reproduces key features of a real object so its form or operation can be examined.
Example sentences with 模型
飛行機の模型を作ります。hi kō ki no mo kei o tsuku ri ma su
I make a model of an airplane.
その模型は実物の構造をよく示しています。so no mo kei wa jitsu butsu no kō zō o yo ku shime shi te i ma su
That model clearly shows the structure of the real object.
Tips for using 模型
- In English, working model describes a 模型 (mokei) that operates in a way that demonstrates the real object's function, unlike a display model that only shows its appearance.
Other Japanese words for “model”
兄は私の手本です。ani wa watashi no te hon de su
My older brother is my role model.
先生は模範を示します。sen sei wa mo han o shime shi ma su
The teacher sets an example.
私の姉はモデルです。watashi no ane wa mo de ru de su
My older sister is a model.
この車の型式は何ですか。ko no kuruma no kata shiki wa nan de su ka
What is this car's model?
新しい機種を買います。atara shi i ki shu o ka i ma su
I will buy a new model.