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How to say "Good" in Japanese
Both words can translate to "good", but which should you choose?
Japanese Option A
好機
こうき (kouki)
N1 / CEFR Syllabus
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Japanese Option B
得策
とくさく (tokusaku)
N1 / CEFR Syllabus
Nuance Contrast & Translation Difference
When translating "good" into Japanese, you must choose carefully between 好機 and 得策.
In Japanese, 好機 (こうき (kouki)) is typically associated with "good opportunity, golden opportunity" (Syllabus Level: N1) and represents Refers to a favorable or excellent chance to do something. Often used with verbs like 「掴む.
On the other hand, 得策 (とくさく (tokusaku)) maps to "a good plan; a wise measure; a sound policy" (Syllabus Level: N1) and represents Used to describe a plan or action that is advantageous, effective, or wise. Often implies a decision made after careful consideration.. A literal translation of "good" can often sound unnatural to native Japanese speakers if mixed up!
Bilingual Context for "好機"
今こそ好機を掴むべきだ。
Now is the time to seize the opportunity.
Bilingual Context for "得策"
この状況では、まず話し合うことが得策だ。
In this situation, discussing it first is a wise measure.
Nuance Mastery Quiz
Which Japanese word perfectly fits this blank space?
Fill in the blank: "今こそ ＿＿＿ を掴むべきだ。" (Meaning: "Now is the time to seize the opportunity.")
🎉 Correct Answer!
Remember: "好機" fits here because it means "good opportunity, golden opportunity" in the context of: "Now is the time to seize the opportunity.". "得策" represents "a good plan; a wise measure; a sound policy".