synonym Comparative
範囲
VS
外延
Differences Between "範囲" and "外延"
Option A
範囲
Meaning
scope, range, extent
Reading
はんい (han'i)
Syllabus Level
N2
Practical Example
試験の範囲は、教科書の1章から3章までです。
The scope of the exam is from Chapter 1 to Chapter 3 of the textbook.
Option B
外延
Meaning
denotation, extension (logic), extent
Reading
がいえん (gaien)
Syllabus Level
N1
Practical Example
「動物」という言葉の外延は「人間」という言葉の外延よりも広い。
The denotation of the word "animal" is broader than that of the word "human."
Which one to use?
Select the correct Japanese word for this context
Which word fits this context: "(scope, range, extent)"?
🎉 正解 / Correct!
使い分け解説:
- 範囲: Defines the limits or extent of something (e.g., knowledge, activity, area).
- 外延: Often used in philosophical or logical contexts, referring to the range of objects or concepts to which a term applies.
- 範囲: Defines the limits or extent of something (e.g., knowledge, activity, area).
- 外延: Often used in philosophical or logical contexts, referring to the range of objects or concepts to which a term applies.
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