synonym Comparative
円滑
VS
取り繕う
Differences Between "円滑" and "取り繕う"
Option A
円滑
Meaning
smooth, harmonious, unhindered
Reading
えんかつ (enkatsu)
Syllabus Level
N2
Practical Example
会議が円滑に進むように、事前に資料を共有しました。
We shared the materials in advance so that the meeting would proceed smoothly.
Option B
取り繕う
Meaning
to mend, to repair, to smooth over, to gloss over, to make excuses
Reading
とりつくろう (toritsukurou)
Syllabus Level
N2
Practical Example
失敗を取り繕うために嘘をつくのは良くない。
It's not good to lie to cover up a mistake.
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Select the correct Japanese word for this context
Which word fits this context: "(smooth, harmonious, unhindered)"?
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使い分け解説:
- 円滑: Describes processes, relationships, or operations that proceed without problems or friction. (物事が滞りなく進む様子を表す。)
- 取り繕う: Often used in the sense of making something appear better than it is, covering up a mistake or flaw, or making excuses. (欠点や不都合な点を隠して、体裁を整える。誤魔化すようなニュアンスがある。)
- 円滑: Describes processes, relationships, or operations that proceed without problems or friction. (物事が滞りなく進む様子を表す。)
- 取り繕う: Often used in the sense of making something appear better than it is, covering up a mistake or flaw, or making excuses. (欠点や不都合な点を隠して、体裁を整える。誤魔化すようなニュアンスがある。)
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