What is the difference between "感情" and "勘定"?

"感情" means "emotion; feeling; sentiment" (N3), whereas "勘定" represents "bill, calculation, account" (N2).

Kanji Homophone Battle

Pronunciation Trap: "かんじょう (kanjō)"

Same sound, completely different Kanji! Choose the right conceptual writing.

Kanji Option A

かんじょう (kanjō)

N3 / CEFR

Kanji Option B

かんじょう (kanjō)

N2 / CEFR

In Japanese, many words share the exact same pronunciation "かんじょう (kanjō)" but are written with different Kanji, changing the meaning entirely.

感情 (Level: N3): Translates to "emotion; feeling; sentiment" and is used when Refers to emotional feelings, sentiments, or passions. Often used with 感情的になる.
勘定 (Level: N2): Maps to "bill, calculation, account" and carries the nuance of Most commonly used when asking for the bill at a restaurant or shop. It can also refer to calculations or accounting in general..

Mixing these up can easily result in unnatural writing. Look at the bilingual context cards below to master the conceptual boundaries!

Bilingual Context for "感情"

ビジネスの場では、感情的にならず冷静に話し合うべきです。

In business, you should discuss calmly without getting emotional.

Bilingual Context for "勘定"

お勘定をお願いします。

Could I have the bill, please?

Which Kanji perfectly fits this blank space?

Which Kanji perfectly fits the blank: "ビジネスの場では、＿＿＿的にならず冷静に話し合うべきです。" (Meaning: "In business, you should discuss calmly without getting emotional.")

🎉 Correct Answer!

Correct! "感情" is used for "emotion; feeling; sentiment" in the context: "In business, you should discuss calmly without getting emotional.".