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synonym Comparative
ごちそう
VS
献立

Differences Between "ごちそう" and "献立"

Option A
ごちそう
Meaning
feast, treat, good meal
Reading
ごちそう (gochisō)
Syllabus Level
N4
Practical Example
誕生日に母がごちそうを作ってくれました。
My mother made a feast for my birthday.
Option B
献立
Meaning
menu, daily menu, meal plan
Reading
こんだて (kondate)
Syllabus Level
N3
Practical Example
今日の夕食の献立は何ですか。
What's on the menu for dinner tonight?

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Which word fits this context: "(feast, treat, good meal)"?
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使い分け解説:
- ごちそう: Often refers to a special, elaborate, or luxurious meal. Can also be used to mean 'treating someone to a meal' (ごちそうする).
- 献立: Refers to a list or plan of dishes for a meal or for a period. Often used for home cooking or school lunches.
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