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mock, simulated, practice
An imitation or simulation of something real, done for practice or testing purposes.
Used as a prefix meaning mock, simulated, or practice. Almost always appears as the first element of a compound rather than standing alone.
Compounds
- 模擬試験 (模試) — practice exam, mock test
- 模擬裁判 — mock trial
- 模擬店 — booth, stall (at a school festival)
- 模擬戦 — mock battle, war game
- 模擬面接 — mock interview
Usage
The abbreviated form 模試 (from 模擬試験) is extremely common among students preparing for entrance exams. 模擬店 is a staple of Japanese school festivals (文化祭), where student groups run temporary food stalls and game booths.