synonym Comparative
段落
VS
冒頭
Differences Between "段落" and "冒頭"
Option A
段落
Meaning
paragraph; a break in a text or activity
Reading
だんらく (danraku)
Syllabus Level
N3
Practical Example
この文章は三つの段落に分かれています。
This text is divided into three paragraphs.
Option B
冒頭
Meaning
beginning, opening (of a speech, text, discussion)
Reading
ぼうとう (boutou)
Syllabus Level
N2
Practical Example
スピーチの冒頭で、彼は今日のテーマを明確に述べた。
At the beginning of his speech, he clearly stated today's theme.
Which one to use?
Select the correct Japanese word for this context
Which word fits this context: "(paragraph; a break in a text or activity)"?
🎉 正解 / Correct!
使い分け解説:
- 段落: Used to refer to a paragraph in writing. Can also be used metaphorically to mean 'a conclusion' or 'a break/pause' in an activity or conversation, signifying the end of one stage and the beginning of another.
- 冒頭: Refers specifically to the very start or introduction of a piece of writing, speech, or event. More formal than 始まり (hajimari).
- 段落: Used to refer to a paragraph in writing. Can also be used metaphorically to mean 'a conclusion' or 'a break/pause' in an activity or conversation, signifying the end of one stage and the beginning of another.
- 冒頭: Refers specifically to the very start or introduction of a piece of writing, speech, or event. More formal than 始まり (hajimari).
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