synonym Comparative
歩み
VS
飛躍
Differences Between "歩み" and "飛躍"
Option A
歩み
Meaning
step, walk, progress, history
Reading
あゆみ (ayumi)
Syllabus Level
N2
Practical Example
人類の歴史の歩み。
The progress of human history.
Option B
飛躍
Meaning
leap, jump, rapid progress, breakthrough
Reading
ひやく (hiyaku)
Syllabus Level
N2
Practical Example
新技術の導入により、生産効率が飛躍的に向上した。
With the introduction of new technology, production efficiency has dramatically improved.
Which one to use?
Select the correct Japanese word for this context
Which word fits this context: "(step, walk, progress, history)"?
🎉 正解 / Correct!
使い分け解説:
- 歩み: Can refer to the physical act of walking/stepping, but often metaphorically refers to progress, development, or the course of history/life. More formal than 「歩くこと」.
- 飛躍: Implies a sudden and significant advance or jump, often in progress, logic, or a story. Can refer to a positive development or a logical flaw.
- 歩み: Can refer to the physical act of walking/stepping, but often metaphorically refers to progress, development, or the course of history/life. More formal than 「歩くこと」.
- 飛躍: Implies a sudden and significant advance or jump, often in progress, logic, or a story. Can refer to a positive development or a logical flaw.
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