Quadruple VS
Synonym Boundary: "厳重な", "厳密", "厳格", "厳守"
All represent the core concept "strict", but require precise selection.
Japanese Option A
厳重な
げんじゅうな (genjūna)
N3 / CEFR
Japanese Option B
厳密
げんみつ (genmitsu)
N2 / CEFR
Japanese Option C
厳格
げんかく (genkaku)
N2 / CEFR
Japanese Option D
厳守
げんしゅ (genshu)
N2 / CEFR
Quadruple VS Nuance Contrast & Social Differences
When expressing "strict" in Japanese, you must carefully distinguish between "厳重な", "厳密", "厳格", "厳守" based on context.
- 厳重な (げんじゅうな (genjūna) - Level: N3): Maps to "strict, rigorous, severe, tight (security)" and is used when Describes something that is very strict, severe, or tightly controlled, often related to security, rules, or warnings. It's a な-adjective. 「厳重に警戒する.
- 厳密 (げんみつ (genmitsu) - Level: N2): Maps to "strict, precise, rigorous, exact" and is used when Emphasizes extreme accuracy, adherence to rules, or thoroughness. Often used for scientific definitions, logical arguments, or regulations..
- 厳格 (げんかく (genkaku) - Level: N2): Maps to "strict, severe, rigid, rigorous" and is used when Often used to describe rules, standards, or people's attitudes/personalities that are very firm and allow no deviation. 規則や態度が非常に厳しく、少しの違反も許さない様子を表す。.
- 厳守 (げんしゅ (genshu) - Level: N2): Maps to "strict observance; strict adherence; strict compliance" and is used when Often used with rules, deadlines, or promises to emphasize the importance of following them without fail. Usually precedes する.
Context for "厳重な"
その建物は厳重な警備で守られている。
That building is protected by strict security.
Context for "厳密"
厳密な検査を行う。
To conduct a strict inspection.
Context for "厳格"
彼の先生は時間にとても厳格だ。
His teacher is very strict about time.
Context for "厳守"
納期を厳守してください。
Please strictly observe the deadline.
Synonym Mastery Challenge
Which Japanese word perfectly fits this blank space?
Fill in the blank: "その建物は ＿＿＿ 警備で守られている。" (Meaning: "That building is protected by strict security.")
🎉 Correct Answer!
Remember: "厳重な" is correct here because it represents "strict, rigorous, severe, tight (security)" in the context: "That building is protected by strict security.".