Synonym Nuance VS
How to say "All" in Japanese
Both words can translate to "all", but which should you choose?
Japanese Option A
あらゆる
あらゆる (arayuru)
N3 / CEFR Syllabus
VS
Japanese Option B
渾身
こんしん (konshin)
N1 / CEFR Syllabus
Nuance Contrast & Translation Difference
When translating "all" into Japanese, you must choose carefully between あらゆる and 渾身.
In Japanese, あらゆる (あらゆる (arayuru)) is typically associated with "all; every possible" (Syllabus Level: N3) and represents Used to emphasize "all" or "every kind of" without exception. Often precedes a noun. 常に名詞の前に来て「すべての」「考えうる限りの」という意味を強調します。.
On the other hand, 渾身 (こんしん (konshin)) maps to "with all one's might, with all one's body/strength" (Syllabus Level: N1) and represents Used to emphasize putting all one's effort, energy, or strength into an action. Often followed by の. A literal translation of "all" can often sound unnatural to native Japanese speakers if mixed up!
Bilingual Context for "あらゆる"
彼はあらゆる努力をして、目標を達成した。
He achieved his goal by making every possible effort.
Bilingual Context for "渾身"
彼は渾身の力を込めてボールを投げた。
He threw the ball with all his might.
Nuance Mastery Quiz
Which Japanese word perfectly fits this blank space?
Fill in the blank: "彼は ＿＿＿ 努力をして、目標を達成した。" (Meaning: "He achieved his goal by making every possible effort.")
🎉 Correct Answer!
Remember: "あらゆる" fits here because it means "all; every possible" in the context of: "He achieved his goal by making every possible effort.". "渾身" represents "with all one's might, with all one's body/strength".