synonym Comparative
義務
VS
怠慢
Differences Between "義務" and "怠慢"
Option A
義務
Meaning
duty; obligation; responsibility
Reading
ぎむ (gimu)
Syllabus Level
N2
Practical Example
子供を教育するのは親の義務だ。
Educating children is a parent's duty.
Option B
怠慢
Meaning
negligence, dereliction of duty, idleness, laziness
Reading
たいまん (taiman)
Syllabus Level
N2
Practical Example
彼の仕事に対する怠慢が問題視された。
His negligence regarding his work was brought into question.
Which one to use?
Select the correct Japanese word for this context
Which word fits this context: "(duty; obligation; responsibility)"?
🎉 正解 / Correct!
使い分け解説:
- 義務: Something that one is morally or legally bound to do. Contrasts with 権利 (kenri, right).
- 怠慢: Often implies neglecting one's duties or responsibilities. (やるべきことを怠る、責任を果たさないといった意味合いで使われます。)
- 義務: Something that one is morally or legally bound to do. Contrasts with 権利 (kenri, right).
- 怠慢: Often implies neglecting one's duties or responsibilities. (やるべきことを怠る、責任を果たさないといった意味合いで使われます。)
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