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Model

🇬🇧 UK /["/ˈmɒdl/"]/ 🇺🇸 US /["/ˈmɑːdl/"]/

Meaning of Model

a copy of something, usually smaller than the original object

In simple words: A representation or example of something that shows how it works.

Model in a sentence

• The model of the car was very popular among collectors.
• She works as a fashion model for several brands.
• The architect created a scale model of the new building.
• In class, we learned how to model mathematical equations.
• He wants to model his speech after famous speakers.

How to use Model

Use 'model' when discussing representations, especially in science or design. It's less common in casual conversations unless talking about fashion or specific examples.

Grammar pattern

model + object

Memory hint

Think of a miniature 'model' car you can see how to build a real one.

Related words

Collocations with Model

• full-scale
• scale
• three-dimensional
• assemble
• build
• construct
• aeroplane
• airplane
• car
• model of
• excellent
• good
• role
• give somebody
• present
• propose
• citizen
• pupil
• student
• model of
• model for
• excellent
• good
• role
• give somebody
• present
• propose
• citizen
• pupil
• student
• model of
• model for
• artist’s
• glamour/​glamor
• photographic
• photograph
• pose
• shoot
• pose for somebody/​something
• sit for somebody/​something
• artist’s
• glamour/​glamor
• photographic
• photograph
• pose
• shoot
• pose for somebody/​something
• sit for somebody/​something
• de luxe
• luxury
• popular
• do
• make
• produce

Synonyms for Model

• example
• representation
• simulation
• template
• archetype

Opposites of Model

• original
• prototype

Common mistakes with Model

• Confused with 'mold' or 'mould', which refer to shapes or forms.
• Using 'model' as a verb without specifying the object it applies to.
• Mixing up 'model' (noun) with 'model' (verb) in context.

Frequently asked questions about Model

What does Model mean?

A representation or example of something that shows how it works.

What is the definition of Model?

a copy of something, usually smaller than the original object

How do you use Model in a sentence?

The model of the car was very popular among collectors.

Can you give another example of Model?

She works as a fashion model for several brands.

What are synonyms for Model?

Common alternatives include example, representation, simulation, template, archetype.

What is the opposite of Model?

Opposite meanings include original, prototype.

What words go with Model?

It commonly pairs with full-scale, scale, three-dimensional, assemble, build, construct, aeroplane, airplane, car, model of, excellent, good, role, give somebody, present, propose, citizen, pupil, student, model of, model for, excellent, good, role, give somebody, present, propose, citizen, pupil, student, model of, model for, artist’s, glamour/​glamor, photographic, photograph, pose, shoot, pose for somebody/​something, sit for somebody/​something, artist’s, glamour/​glamor, photographic, photograph, pose, shoot, pose for somebody/​something, sit for somebody/​something, de luxe, luxury, popular, do, make, produce.

What are common mistakes when using Model?

Confused with 'mold' or 'mould', which refer to shapes or forms. Using 'model' as a verb without specifying the object it applies to. Mixing up 'model' (noun) with 'model' (verb) in context.

How do you pronounce Model?

US: /["/ˈmɑːdl/"]/, UK: /["/ˈmɒdl/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Model?

Use 'model' when discussing representations, especially in science or design. It's less common in casual conversations unless talking about fashion or specific examples.

What CEFR level is Model?

"Model" is at A1 level on the CEFR scale.