synonym Comparative
努力家
VS
地道
Differences Between "努力家" and "地道"
Option A
努力家
Meaning
hard worker, diligent person
Reading
どりょくか (doryokuka)
Syllabus Level
N3
Practical Example
彼は本当に努力家だから、いつか成功するだろう。
He is truly a hard worker, so he will surely succeed someday.
Option B
地道
Meaning
steady, painstaking, diligent, down-to-earth
Reading
じみち (jimichi)
Syllabus Level
N2
Practical Example
彼は地道な努力を続けて成功した。
He succeeded by continuing his steady efforts.
Which one to use?
Select the correct Japanese word for this context
Which word fits this context: "(hard worker, diligent person)"?
🎉 正解 / Correct!
使い分け解説:
- 努力家: This term describes a person who is diligent and puts a lot of effort into their work or studies. It carries a positive connotation, indicating someone who doesn't give up easily and strives for improvement.
- 地道: Emphasizes a slow, steady, honest, and persistent approach without shortcuts. Often used for work, effort, or a lifestyle.
- 努力家: This term describes a person who is diligent and puts a lot of effort into their work or studies. It carries a positive connotation, indicating someone who doesn't give up easily and strives for improvement.
- 地道: Emphasizes a slow, steady, honest, and persistent approach without shortcuts. Often used for work, effort, or a lifestyle.
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