synonym Comparative
本筋
VS
口裏
Differences Between "本筋" and "口裏"
Option A
本筋
Meaning
main plot, main point, main line (of argument/story)
Reading
ほんすじ (honsuji)
Syllabus Level
N2
Practical Example
話が本筋からずれてしまったので、元に戻そう。
The discussion has strayed from the main point, so let's get back to it.
Option B
口裏
Meaning
secret understanding; concerted story; alibi (often in the context of conspiring)
Reading
くちうら (kuchiura)
Syllabus Level
N2
Practical Example
二人は警察に怪しまれないよう、口裏を合わせた。
The two coordinated their stories so as not to be suspected by the police.
Which one to use?
Select the correct Japanese word for this context
Which word fits this context: "(main plot, main point, main line (of argument/story))"?
🎉 正解 / Correct!
使い分け解説:
- 本筋: Refers to the central or essential part of a story, argument, or discussion, as opposed to digressions or minor details.
- 口裏: Usually used in phrases like 口裏を合わせる (kuchiura o awaseru - to conspire, to coordinate one's story) when people agree on a story to deceive someone. 嘘や秘密に関連して使われることが多い表現です。
- 本筋: Refers to the central or essential part of a story, argument, or discussion, as opposed to digressions or minor details.
- 口裏: Usually used in phrases like 口裏を合わせる (kuchiura o awaseru - to conspire, to coordinate one's story) when people agree on a story to deceive someone. 嘘や秘密に関連して使われることが多い表現です。
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