synonym Comparative
踏み込む
VS
従事
Differences Between "踏み込む" and "従事"
Option A
踏み込む
Meaning
to step into, to break into, to get deeply involved in
Reading
ふみこむ (fumikomu)
Syllabus Level
N2
Practical Example
警察は容疑者の家に踏み込んだ。
The police broke into the suspect's house.
Option B
従事
Meaning
to engage in; to be involved in; to pursue (an occupation, work)
Reading
じゅうじ (juuji)
Syllabus Level
N2
Practical Example
彼は長年、医療の分野で研究に_______してきた。
He has been engaged in research in the medical field for many years.
Which one to use?
Select the correct Japanese word for this context
Which word fits this context: "(to step into, to break into, to get deeply involved in)"?
🎉 正解 / Correct!
使い分け解説:
- 踏み込む: Can mean literally stepping into a place (e.g., a room, a trap) or figuratively delving deeply into a topic or situation. Often implies entering with force or determination, or getting involved in something complex/difficult. 物理的に場所に入る場合と、ある状況や話題に深く関わる場合の両方に使われます。
- 従事: 特定の仕事や業務、研究などに「取り組んでいる」「携わっている」状態を表す名詞・動詞です。やや硬い表現。/ A noun/verb describing the state of 'being engaged in' or 'being involved in' a specific job, task, or research. It's a slightly formal expression.
- 踏み込む: Can mean literally stepping into a place (e.g., a room, a trap) or figuratively delving deeply into a topic or situation. Often implies entering with force or determination, or getting involved in something complex/difficult. 物理的に場所に入る場合と、ある状況や話題に深く関わる場合の両方に使われます。
- 従事: 特定の仕事や業務、研究などに「取り組んでいる」「携わっている」状態を表す名詞・動詞です。やや硬い表現。/ A noun/verb describing the state of 'being engaged in' or 'being involved in' a specific job, task, or research. It's a slightly formal expression.
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