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sample, specimen
A small portion or example of something used for testing, examination, or demonstration.
Common collocations
- 無料サンプル: free sample
- サンプルを配る: to hand out samples
- サンプルを取る: to take a sample
- サンプル品: sample item
- 食品サンプル: plastic food model (see USAGE)
Usage
In Japan, 食品サンプル also refers to the wax or plastic food models displayed in restaurant windows to show what dishes look like. These models are a famous aspect of Japanese food culture.
Related Words
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見本
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お試し (trial)
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標本 (specimen, sample)
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試供品 (free sample)
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試料 (sample)