1A sample or specimen prepared to show the quality, shape, or content of a product — used to check something before purchasing or producing it.
カーテンの生地の見本をいくつか送ってもらった。
I had them send me a few curtain fabric samples.
新商品の見本ができたので、皆で確認した。
The sample of the new product was ready, so everyone checked it together.
見本市で様々な企業の製品を見ることができた。
At the trade fair I was able to see products from many different companies.
契約前に見本を確認してから注文を決めます。
I decide on my order only after checking the sample before signing the contract.
2A model or example to be emulated — used when holding up good behavior or work as something for others to follow.
彼の丁寧な仕事ぶりは新入社員の見本となっている。
His conscientious way of working serves as a model for new employees.
この作文を見本にして、自分の意見文を書いてください。
Please use this essay as a model to write your own opinion piece.
彼女の礼儀正しい態度は生徒たちの見本だ。
Her polite manner is a model for the students.