(かたばん)

かたばん
noun
model number; part number
1. model number; part number
An alphanumeric code that identifies a specific model or version of a product. Essential for ordering replacement parts, comparing products, or seeking support.
型番(かたばん)確認(かくにん)してください。
Please check the model number.
この製品(せいひん)型番(かたばん)裏面(うらめん)()いてあります。
The model number for this product is written on the back.
修理(しゅうり)依頼(いらい)する(さい)は、型番(かたばん)製造(せいぞう)番号(ばんごう)をお(つた)えください。
When requesting a repair, please provide the model number and serial number.

Composed of (かた) (model, type) + (ばん) (number). A practical term used in retail, manufacturing, and customer service. Knowing the 型番(かたばん) is essential when buying replacement parts, getting repairs, or comparing product specifications.

COMMON COLLOCATIONS:

  • 型番(かたばん)調(しら)べる: to look up the model number
  • 型番(かたばん)確認(かくにん)する: to verify the model number
  • 型番(かたばん)検索(けんさく): model number search
  • (きゅう)型番(かたばん): old model number

SIMILAR WORDS:

  • 品番(ひんばん): product number — used more in retail and inventory contexts
  • 製造(せいぞう)番号(ばんごう): serial number — unique to each individual unit, unlike 型番(かたばん) which is shared across all units of the same model
  • 型式(かたしき): model type — a more formal/technical designation, common in automotive contexts