The act of adopting or replicating the behavior, actions, or mannerisms of another person, often without a deep understanding of the original context.
A superficial or insincere form of imitation that may be seen as trivial or lacking authenticity, sometimes resulting in regret or derision.
Mimicking someone for the purpose of humor or satire, highlighting the quirks or idiosyncrasies in a playful or critical manner.
Example:
その少年は馬鹿なまねをした。
To attempt to replicate the behavior or actions of another person or thing as closely as possible, often learned through observation or practice.
To engage in the act of copying or emulating another's style, mannerisms, or characteristics, either for practice, humor, or creative expression.
To make one's actions or demeanor similar to someone else's, often resulting in a resemblance in behavior or appearance.
Example:
オウムはしばしば人の言葉をまねる。
The act of imitating or mimicking something, often without achieving the original's depth or authenticity.
A performance or action that superficially resembles something genuine but lacks its true essence or significance, often implying a sense of humility about one’s own efforts.
An endeavor that is intended to replicate or echo a prior example, typically characterized by a lack of substantial originality or seriousness.
Example:
彼は自殺の真似事をやった。
The act of imitating the sounds, behaviors, or movements of people or animals, often done for entertainment or as a form of artistic expression.
A performance or skill that involves copying the characteristics or actions of others, demonstrating a talent for mimicry.
The process of replicating the voice or mannerisms of another, serving as a means of both humor and social commentary.
Example:
試してみると、アレックスは単に物まねをしているのではないことがわかった。
The act of imitating others without understanding the deeper meaning behind their actions, resulting in superficial mimicry rather than genuine comprehension.
A form of mindless reproduction of someone else's behavior that lacks critical thought, often used in a derogatory sense to highlight a lack of originality.
The tendency to replicate another's actions or words in a shallow manner, akin to how monkeys copy human movements, suggesting a lack of independent thought or judgment.
Example:
猿まねはやめろ。