Translation and Meaning of: 標本 - hyouhon
On this page, we will study the meaning of the Japanese word 標本 (hyouhon) and its translation into English. Let's see their different meanings, example phrases, explanations, etymology and the similar words.
Romaji: hyouhon
Kana: ひょうほん
Type: noun
L: jlpt-n2
Translation / Meaning: example; specimen
Meaning in English: example;specimen
Definition: Some data or objects extracted for research or investigation.
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Explanation and Etymology - (標本) hyouhon
The word 「標本」 (hyouhon) is used in Japanese to refer to a "specimen" or "sample." In science, it often refers to a biological, mineral, or any collected material for study and analysis. The word is composed of two kanji: 「標」 (hyou), which means "sign," "mark," or "standard," and 「本」 (hon), which can indicate "book," "origin," or "object." This combination suggests a pattern or example that serves as a reference for identification or study.
In terms of etymology, the kanji 「標」 derives from the radical 木 (tree) with fuzui 彡, which represents a hair or a hairy pattern, indicating something that stands out or is remarkable. The kanji 「本」 is typically used to refer to something fundamental or original. Therefore, the term 「標本」 can be interpreted literally as "standard object" or "original sample," showing its role as a reference within a field of study.
Common Uses of 「標本」
- In zoology and botany, it refers to specimens of plants or animals preserved for research in museums or herbaria.
- In geology, it can refer to a sample of rock or mineral collected for laboratory analysis.
- In education, it is used for examples of objects that serve as models in science or art classes.
Throughout history, the collection of 「標本」 has played a crucial role in scientific advancement. Researchers and explorers collected specimens to study the biodiversity of little-explored regions, thus contributing to our understanding of the natural world. The samples collected allowed not only the study and cataloging of new species but also the observation of ecological relationships and the investigation of environmental changes over time.
Synonyms and similar words
- 標本 (Hyouhon) - Example, sample, item reference
- サンプル (Sanpuru) - Sample, especially in product contexts
- 見本 (Mihon) - Model or example, generally used to show quality
- 見本市 (Mihonichi) - Sample fair
- 見本帳 (Mihonchou) - Sample book or portfolio
- 見本館 (Mihonkai) - Sample center
- 見本屋 (Mihonya) - Sample store
- 見本店 (Mihonten) - Specific sample store
- 見本市場 (Mihonichiba) - Sample market
- 見本市広場 (Mihonichihiroba) - Sample Fair Square
- 見本市街地 (Mihonichigaichi) - Urban area of the trade fair
- 見本市中心部 (Mihonichichuubun) - Sample fair center
- 見本市中央地区 (Mihonichichuoudiku) - Central region of the exhibition fair
- 見本市の中心部 (Mihonichinonchuubun) - Central part of the sample fair
- 見本市の中央地区 (Mihonichinonchuoudiku) - Central area of the exhibition fair
- 見本市の中央部 (Mihonichinchuubun) - Central part of the sample fair
- 見本市の中央部分 (Mihonichinochuuubun) - Central section of the sample fair
- 見本市の中央広場 (Mihonichinochuuroba) - Central square of the sample fair
- 見本市の中央街区 (Mihonichinochuukaiku) - Central block of the sample fair
- 見本市の中央市場 (Mihonichinochuuichiba) - Central market of the sample fair
- 見本市の中央店舗 (Mihonichinochuutenpo) - Central stores of the sample fair
Words with the same pronunciation: ひょうほん hyouhon
How to Write in Japanese - (標本) hyouhon
See below a step-by-step guide on how to write the word by hand in Japanese (標本) hyouhon:
Example Sentences - (標本) hyouhon
Below are some example sentences:
Kono hyōhon wa kichōna kenkyū shiryō desu
This sample is a valuable research material.
This specimen is a valuable research material.
- この - this
- 標本 - sample
- は - é
- 貴重な - valuable
- 研究 - search
- 資料 - material
- です - é
Other words of the same type: noun
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