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latest model; newest version; current model
The most recently released version of a product, especially cars, electronics, appliances, or other manufactured goods. Emphasizes that this is the most up-to-date version available.
最新モデルが発売された。
The latest model has been released.
スマートフォンの最新モデルに買い替えた。
I upgraded to the latest model of smartphone.
この車は最新モデルだけあって、燃費も安全性も大幅に向上している。
As you'd expect from the latest model, both fuel efficiency and safety have improved significantly.
Composed of 最新 (newest, latest) and モデル (model). Frequently used in consumer and technology contexts when discussing product releases, upgrades, and comparisons between generations of the same product line.
COMMON COLLOCATIONS:
- 最新モデルに買い替える: to upgrade to the latest model
- 最新モデルが登場する: for the latest model to appear/launch
- 最新モデルの機能: features of the latest model
- 最新モデルを試す: to try the latest model
SIMILAR WORDS:
- 新型: new model/type — often used for cars and official product designations
- 新製品: new product — broader term covering any newly released product
- 最新版: latest version/edition — used for software, books, and documents