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prototype

prototype

Meaning of prototype

English

an early model of something, made to test an idea

中文

用于测试和展示想法的初步模型。

prototype

Pronunciation

British English
/ˈprəʊtətaɪp/
American English
/ˈproʊtətaɪp/

prototype with Chinese translation

prototype usage examples

🇬🇧English→🇨🇳Chinese

Let's build a prototype first.

我们先做一个原型。

🇬🇧English→🇨🇳Chinese

This prototype can be used to test ideas.

这个原型可以用来测试想法。

prototype synonyms

Related word breakdowns

What's the difference between prototype, mock-up, model, beta, and proof of concept

M
🇬🇧English
mock-up

A model of appearance, usually not working.

A2often

ENThe designer sent a mock-up of the new app screen.

Advanced: broader words

M
🇬🇧English
model

General word: model or small copy.

A2very often

ENThey used a model to test the new machine.

B
🇬🇧English
beta

A nearly finished test version.

A2often

ENWe released the beta to a small group of users.

P
🇬🇧English
proof of concept

Earlier: shows the idea is feasible.

A2rare word

ENThe startup built a proof of concept before developing the full product.

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What does prototype mean?

an early model of something, made to test an idea

How do you pronounce prototype?

prototype is pronounced [ˈprəʊtətaɪp].

How is prototype used in a sentence?

我们先做一个原型。 Translation: Let's build a prototype first.

Is prototype part of Product Team vocabulary?

Yes, prototype can be learned in the Product Team topic. This semantic link helps build related word lists and topic-based practice.

Is prototype part of Work English vocabulary?

Yes, prototype can be learned in the Work English topic. This semantic link helps build related word lists and topic-based practice.

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