模倣

1. Origins, structure, and basic meaning

• Structure: 模倣 is read as もほう and functions as a noun or する verb for imitation or copying.
• Basic usage: Mark what is imitated with を, as in 名人の動きを模倣する.

2. Common pitfalls and similar expressions

• Learning and evaluation
  • Imitating an expert can be a practice method, while 単なる模倣 criticizes a lack of original contribution.
• Contrast with one's own ideas
  • 模倣ではなく sets simple imitation against adding 自分なりの工夫.