範|はんhan[1]atamadaka (head-high)

1. nounexample; model

• Synonym手本てほんNeutralEveryday word for a model or copybook to learn from; 「範」 is a literary single character, mostly in set phrases like 「範を示す」 and 「範とする」.
• Synonym模範もはんWrittenA written word for a model or exemplar; 「範」 is just the more concise single character.
• Synonym見本みほんNeutralA sample or specimen, also a typical example; 「範」 leans toward a model worth imitating or a demonstration.
• SynonymモデルNeutralLoanword covering physical models, fashion models and exemplars; 「範」 is a literary single character.
• Related師範しはんFormalFormal term for a master or instructor of martial or traditional arts, also a paragon; 「範」 is the model itself.
• Related例れいNeutralAn example, instance or precedent; 「範」 suggests a model worth imitating rather than a mere instance.
• Related規範きはんWrittenWritten word for norms or standards of conduct; 「範」 points to a concrete model to follow.
• Related鑑かがみWrittenWritten word, usually as 「〜の鑑」, for a paragon to emulate in character or work; 「範」 is the more concise form.
• Related亀鑑きかんFormalA formal word for a paragon or standard to measure against; 「範」 is the more common choice.
• RelatedロールモデルNeutralLoanword for a person worth imitating, a role model; 「範」 is a literary single character.

In written language, use 「範」 for a model or example to follow, as in 「範を垂れる」. For everyday models pick 「手本」 or 「模範」, for samples 「見本」, for exemplary people 「鑑」 or 「ロールモデル」, and for standards of conduct 「規範」.

Usage comparisons are AI-assisted and cross-checked by multiple models; for study reference only

1. （ハン）模範もはん。手本てほん。