ミニチュア
also: ミニアチュール · ミニアチュア
Meanings
1
noun, noun-modifying (irregular)
Used as a noun or prenominally to describe something made or represented on a very small scale.
He collects miniature cars.
This garden is reproduced in miniature.
2
miniature figure; miniature model
Refers to a small physical replica, such as a figurine or scale model, often used in hobbies like wargaming or dollhouses.
This miniature figure is handmade.
A miniature model of the town is placed on the table.
Usage patterns
- 〈物〉のミニチュアを作るto make a miniature (model) of something
My grandfather made a miniature of the old house.
- ミニチュアで再現するto recreate something in miniature form
The museum recreates a Sengoku-era townscape in miniature.