synonym Comparative
博識
VS
渉猟
Differences Between "博識" and "渉猟"
Option A
博識
Meaning
extensive knowledge, erudition, well-informed
Reading
はくしき (hakushiki)
Syllabus Level
N2
Practical Example
彼は歴史から科学まで博識で、いつも興味深い話をしてくれる。
He is knowledgeable in everything from history to science, and always tells interesting stories.
Option B
渉猟
Meaning
extensive reading, hunting around for information
Reading
しょうりょう (shōryō)
Syllabus Level
N1
Practical Example
彼はそのテーマについて書かれたあらゆる文献を渉猟した。
He extensively read all literature written on that theme.
Which one to use?
Select the correct Japanese word for this context
Which word fits this context: "(extensive knowledge, erudition, well-informed)"?
🎉 正解 / Correct!
使い分け解説:
- 博識: 幅広い分野にわたって深い知識を持っていること。そのような人に対しても使われます。 (Possessing deep and extensive knowledge across various fields. Also used to describe such a person.)
- 渉猟: Refers to reading widely across various materials or fields, often for the purpose of research, study, or gathering knowledge. Suggests thoroughness.
- 博識: 幅広い分野にわたって深い知識を持っていること。そのような人に対しても使われます。 (Possessing deep and extensive knowledge across various fields. Also used to describe such a person.)
- 渉猟: Refers to reading widely across various materials or fields, often for the purpose of research, study, or gathering knowledge. Suggests thoroughness.
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