mei4 jing4微型
Jyutpingmei4 jing4
Yalemèih yìhng
Definition
Miniature, mini, or tiny; extremely small in scale.
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How it's used
Focuses on the scale of an object or system, often implying high precision or advanced technology packed into a small space. It is more formal than simply saying 細 or 小型, making it common in technical or commercial contexts like electronics or business models.
Examples
He bought a miniature model to take home.
This miniature recorder is very hard to find.
Related words
Common mistake
Avoid using this to describe living things or general small objects where 細 or 細小 is more natural. It is reserved for manufactured items or abstract concepts like businesses or technology.
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