Meaning
模拟 means to simulate, imitate, or create a model of something. It's commonly used in technical, scientific, and educational contexts to describe recreating conditions, situations, or systems for testing or training purposes. As an adjective, it can describe something that is simulated or analog (as opposed to digital).
Usage
Widely used in academic, technical, and professional settings. Common in contexts like computer simulations (模拟软件), mock exams (模拟考试), flight simulators (模拟飞行), and analog signals (模拟信号). The tone is neutral and formal-to-neutral.
Examples
- 01我们需要在实验室里模拟真实的工作环境。.We need to simulate real working conditions in the laboratory.
- 02这次模拟考试帮助学生熟悉考试的流程。.This mock exam helps students become familiar with the test process.
Characters
Measure words
- 次做一次模拟
- 个一个模拟器
Common collocations
- 模拟考试mock exam, practice test
- 模拟器simulator
- 模拟信号analog signal
- 计算机模拟computer simulation
Antonyms
Origin
Both characters relate to imitation and modeling. 模 originally referred to a physical model or mold, while 拟 means to draft or approximate something. Together they form the meaning of creating an imitation or representation of reality.