Translation guide
How to express that something is a good example or model in Japanese, depending on context.
Describing someone or something as a perfect or excellent example to follow.
A model, exemplar, or paragon. Often used for people or behavior that should be imitated.
彼は模範的な学生です。
He is a model student.
A model or example to follow, often used in learning contexts like calligraphy or behavior.
彼の行動はみんなの手本だ。
His behavior is an example for everyone.
Literally 'mirror', used metaphorically to mean a model or paragon. Somewhat literary.
彼は我々の鑑だ。
He is a model for us.
Pointing out something as a clear or classic example of a category.
A good example or instance that clearly illustrates a point.
これは彼の才能を示す好例だ。
This is a good example of his talent.
Literally 'good example', a straightforward and common phrase.
それは良い例ですね。
That's a good example.
An easy-to-understand example. Emphasizes clarity.
もっと分かりやすい例を挙げてください。
Please give a clearer example.
Referring to a past instance that serves as a useful reference or model.
A precedent or previous example that can be followed.
この件には先例がない。
There is no precedent for this case.
Similar to 先例, a previous example or precedent.
Providing a sample sentence or instance to explain a word or concept.
An example sentence, commonly used in language learning.
この単語の例文を教えてください。
Please give me an example sentence for this word.
An example of usage, often found in dictionaries.
模範 is more abstract and often used for moral or behavioral models (模範的な態度). 手本 is more concrete, like a pattern to copy (習字の手本).
The phrase 'グッドエグザンプル' is not used in Japanese. Use the appropriate term based on context.
前例に従って処理します。
We will handle it according to precedent.
辞書には多くの用例が載っている。
The dictionary contains many usage examples.