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synonym Comparative
ふさわしい
VS
健全

Differences Between "ふさわしい" and "健全"

Option A
ふさわしい
Meaning
suitable, appropriate, proper, fitting
Reading
ふさわしい (fusawashii)
Syllabus Level
N3
Practical Example
この仕事には経験豊富な人がふさわしい。
An experienced person is suitable for this job.
Option B
健全
Meaning
sound, healthy, wholesome, robust, proper
Reading
けんぜん (kenzen)
Syllabus Level
N1
Practical Example
健全な精神は健全な肉体に宿る。
A sound mind dwells in a sound body.

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Which word fits this context: "(suitable, appropriate, proper, fitting)"?
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使い分け解説:
- ふさわしい: Usually describes something (person, thing, state) that is appropriate or well-matched for a certain situation, role, or position. (ある状況、役割、立場などに適切であることを表します。相応しい、値するというニュアンスが含まれます。)
- 健全: Refers to a state of being sound, healthy, or proper, not only physically but also mentally, economically, or socially. 身体や精神だけでなく、経済や社会の状況が良い状態であることを表します。
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