Cool MateMeaning of Specimen
a small amount of something that shows what the rest of it is like
In simple words: A sample or example of something, usually for study.
Specimen in a sentence
- The scientist collected a specimen of the rare plant for further study.
- This fossil specimen provides valuable insight into the prehistoric era.
- A blood specimen was taken to run various diagnostic tests.
- He was asked to submit a urine specimen at the clinic.
- The exhibit displayed an impressive specimen of ancient pottery.
- The butterfly specimen was pinned carefully within the display case.
- They examined the specimen under a microscope to identify its structure.
How to use Specimen
Use 'specimen' when referring to a sample, especially in scientific contexts. It may not be suitable for casual conversations. Be cautious not to confuse it with similar sounding terms.
Grammar pattern
noun + be + specimen
Memory hint
Specimen sounds like 'specimen of art' — imagine a unique art piece on display.
Related words
Synonyms for Specimen
Common mistakes with Specimen
- 'Specimen' is often confused with 'sample' but is more formal.
- Misusing 'specimen' to refer to an entire collection instead of an individual sample.
- Pronouncing it incorrectly, omitting the 's' sound at the beginning.
Specimen appears in
Specimen in other languages
- Arabicالعربية
عينة
عينة أو مثال لشيء ما، عادة للدراسة.
- Bengaliবাংলা
নমুনা
কোনো কিছুর নমুনা বা উদাহরণ, সাধারণত অধ্যয়নের জন্য।
- GermanDeutsch
Exemplar, Muster
Eine Probe oder ein Beispiel von etwas, normalerweise zu Studienzwecken.
- SpanishEspañol
Especimen
Una muestra o ejemplo de algo, generalmente para estudio.
- Persianفارسی
نمونه
یک نمونه یا مثال از چیزی، معمولاً برای مطالعه.
- FrenchFrançais
Spécimen
Un échantillon ou un exemple de quelque chose, généralement pour l'étude.
- Hindiहिन्दी
नमूना
किसी चीज़ का नमूना या उदाहरण, आमतौर पर अध्ययन के लिए।
- ItalianItaliano
Campione
Un campione o un esempio di qualcosa, di solito per lo studio.
- PortuguesePortuguês
Espécime
Uma amostra ou exemplo de algo, geralmente para estudo.
- RussianРусский
Образец
Образец или пример чего-либо, обычно для изучения.
- Urduاردو
نمونہ
کسی چیز کا نمونہ یا مثال، عام طور پر مطالعہ کے لیے۔
- Chinese中文
标本, 样本
用来做研究的样本或例子。
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the fact of somebody being away from a place where they are usually expected to be; the occasion or period of time when somebody is away
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not in a place because of illness, etc.
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To take in a liquid, gas, or other substances.
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Frequently asked questions about Specimen
What does Specimen mean?
A sample or example of something, usually for study.
What is the definition of Specimen?
a small amount of something that shows what the rest of it is like
How do you use Specimen in a sentence?
The scientist collected a specimen of the rare plant for further study.
Can you give another example of Specimen?
This fossil specimen provides valuable insight into the prehistoric era.
What are synonyms for Specimen?
Common alternatives include sample.
What is the opposite of Specimen?
Opposite meanings include generic, mass, bulk.
What words go with Specimen?
It commonly pairs with large, small, beautiful, find, plant, tree, blood, urine, etc., collect, take, give.
What are common mistakes when using Specimen?
'Specimen' is often confused with 'sample' but is more formal. Misusing 'specimen' to refer to an entire collection instead of an individual sample. Pronouncing it incorrectly, omitting the 's' sound at the beginning.
How do you pronounce Specimen?
US: /["/ˈspesɪmən/"]/, UK: /["/ˈspesɪmən/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.
When should I use Specimen?
Use 'specimen' when referring to a sample, especially in scientific contexts. It may not be suitable for casual conversations. Be cautious not to confuse it with similar sounding terms.
What CEFR level is Specimen?
"Specimen" is at C1 level on the CEFR scale.