synonym Comparative
伝承
VS
継承
Differences Between "伝承" and "継承"
Option A
伝承
Meaning
tradition, legend, folklore, transmission (of knowledge/skills)
Reading
でんしょう (denshō)
Syllabus Level
N2
Practical Example
この地域には古い伝承がたくさん残っています。
Many old traditions remain in this region.
Option B
継承
Meaning
succession, inheritance, transmission
Reading
けいしょう (keishō)
Syllabus Level
N1
Practical Example
会社の社長の座は、息子に継承された。
The company presidency was succeeded by his son.
Which one to use?
Select the correct Japanese word for this context
Which word fits this context: "(tradition, legend, folklore, transmission (of knowledge/skills))"?
🎉 正解 / Correct!
使い分け解説:
- 伝承: Often refers to stories, customs, or skills passed down through generations. Can be used for both tangible and intangible cultural heritage. (世代から世代へと受け継がれる物事や知識を指します)
- 継承: Refers to taking over a position, property, tradition, or knowledge from a predecessor. It emphasizes continuity. (職位、財産、伝統、知識などを前任者から受け継ぐことを指します。継続性を重視するニュアンスがあります。)
- 伝承: Often refers to stories, customs, or skills passed down through generations. Can be used for both tangible and intangible cultural heritage. (世代から世代へと受け継がれる物事や知識を指します)
- 継承: Refers to taking over a position, property, tradition, or knowledge from a predecessor. It emphasizes continuity. (職位、財産、伝統、知識などを前任者から受け継ぐことを指します。継続性を重視するニュアンスがあります。)
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