synonym Comparative
ひくい
VS
踏みとどまる
Differences Between "ひくい" and "踏みとどまる"
Option A
ひくい
Meaning
low, short
Reading
ひくい (hikui)
Syllabus Level
N5
Practical Example
この机はひくいですね。
This desk is low, isn't it?
Option B
踏みとどまる
Meaning
to stand one's ground, to hold one's position, to stop short, to persevere
Reading
ふみとどまる (fumitodomaru)
Syllabus Level
N2
Practical Example
彼は困難な状況でも、自分の信念を曲げずに踏みとどまった。
He stood his ground without compromising his beliefs, even in difficult circumstances.
Which one to use?
Select the correct Japanese word for this context
Which word fits this context: "(low, short)"?
🎉 正解 / Correct!
使い分け解説:
- ひくい: An い-adjective. Used to describe something low in height or position. Opposite of 高い (takai).
- 踏みとどまる: Implies resisting pressure to move, change, or give up, often in a difficult or challenging situation. Can be used literally (to stop short) or figuratively (to persevere).
- ひくい: An い-adjective. Used to describe something low in height or position. Opposite of 高い (takai).
- 踏みとどまる: Implies resisting pressure to move, change, or give up, often in a difficult or challenging situation. Can be used literally (to stop short) or figuratively (to persevere).
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