synonym Comparative
暗算
VS
筆頭
Differences Between "暗算" and "筆頭"
Option A
暗算
Meaning
mental arithmetic, calculation in one's head
Reading
あんざん (anzan)
Syllabus Level
N2
Practical Example
彼はどんな複雑な数字でも暗算で答えることができる。
He can answer any complex numbers by mental arithmetic.
Option B
筆頭
Meaning
head; chief; top; first on the list
Reading
ひっとう (hittou)
Syllabus Level
N1
Practical Example
彼はそのプロジェクトの筆頭責任者です。
He is the chief person in charge of that project.
Which one to use?
Select the correct Japanese word for this context
Which word fits this context: "(mental arithmetic, calculation in one's head)"?
🎉 正解 / Correct!
使い分け解説:
- 暗算: Refers specifically to performing mathematical calculations without the aid of writing, a calculator, or abacus. It emphasizes the mental aspect.
- 筆頭: Often used to indicate the primary or leading position among a group, or the first item on a list. It implies prominence or leadership. (あるグループの中で一番最初や主要な位置、またはリストの最上位を示す際に使われます。優位性やリーダーシップを暗示します。)
- 暗算: Refers specifically to performing mathematical calculations without the aid of writing, a calculator, or abacus. It emphasizes the mental aspect.
- 筆頭: Often used to indicate the primary or leading position among a group, or the first item on a list. It implies prominence or leadership. (あるグループの中で一番最初や主要な位置、またはリストの最上位を示す際に使われます。優位性やリーダーシップを暗示します。)
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