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How to say "Refutation" in Japanese
Both words can translate to "refutation", but which should you choose?
Japanese Option A
論破
ろんぱ (ronpa)
N2 / CEFR Syllabus
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Japanese Option B
論駁
ろんばく (ronbaku)
N1 / CEFR Syllabus
Nuance Contrast & Translation Difference
When translating "refutation" into Japanese, you must choose carefully between 論破 and 論駁.
In Japanese, 論破 (ろんぱ (ronpa)) is typically associated with "refutation; logically refuting/debunking" (Syllabus Level: N2) and represents Used when one successfully disproves or debunks an argument or statement through logic and facts. Often implies winning an argument..
On the other hand, 論駁 (ろんばく (ronbaku)) maps to "refutation; rebuttal" (Syllabus Level: N1) and represents 相手の意見や主張が間違っていることを、論理や証拠に基づいて反論し、打ち破ることを意味します。学術的、法律的、または議論の場でよく使われます。. A literal translation of "refutation" can often sound unnatural to native Japanese speakers if mixed up!
Bilingual Context for "論破"
彼の意見は、すぐに論破された。
His opinion was quickly refuted.
Bilingual Context for "論駁"
彼の主張は、確固たる証拠によって論駁された。
His argument was refuted by solid evidence.
Nuance Mastery Quiz
Which Japanese word perfectly fits this blank space?
Fill in the blank: "彼の意見は、すぐに ＿＿＿ された。" (Meaning: "His opinion was quickly refuted.")
🎉 Correct Answer!
Remember: "論破" fits here because it means "refutation; logically refuting/debunking" in the context of: "His opinion was quickly refuted.". "論駁" represents "refutation; rebuttal".