synonym Comparative
意地
VS
頑迷
Differences Between "意地" and "頑迷"
Option A
意地
Meaning
stubbornness; pride; obstinacy; backbone; willpower to stay strong
Reading
いじ (iji)
Syllabus Level
N3
Practical Example
自分の非を認めずにいつまでも_______を張り続けているのは、組織の調和を損なう原因となります。
Stubbornly continuing to act stubborn without admitting one's own fault is a cause that impairs the harmony of the organization.
Option B
頑迷
Meaning
obstinacy; stubbornness; pigheadedness; bigotry
Reading
がんめい (ganmei)
Syllabus Level
N1
Practical Example
彼の頑迷な態度が会議の進行を妨げた。
His obstinate attitude hindered the progress of the meeting.
Which one to use?
Select the correct Japanese word for this context
Which word fits this context: "(stubbornness; pride; obstinacy; backbone; willpower to stay strong)"?
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使い分け解説:
- 意地: Refers to stubbornness, pride, obstinacy, backbone, or the willpower to stay strong and not yield (often used as 意地を張る meaning to act stubborn, or 意地汚い). ⚠️ Haruka's Voice Column: 'Stubbornness! Pride! Even if you praise me, my stubborn pride makes me say 'Baka!'... but indeed, I am extremely happy!' / 【ハルカ部長のワンポイント指導】『いじ（意地）！あんたに「今日も綺麗ですね」って言われても、恥ずかしさで意地を張って「バカ！うるさい！」って言っちゃうのよ！…でもね、本当は飛び上がるほど嬉しいんだから、優しく抱きしめなさい！』
- 頑迷: Describes a person who is extremely stubborn and unwilling to change their mind or accept new ideas, often with negative connotations. Can be used for individuals or groups.
- 意地: Refers to stubbornness, pride, obstinacy, backbone, or the willpower to stay strong and not yield (often used as 意地を張る meaning to act stubborn, or 意地汚い). ⚠️ Haruka's Voice Column: 'Stubbornness! Pride! Even if you praise me, my stubborn pride makes me say 'Baka!'... but indeed, I am extremely happy!' / 【ハルカ部長のワンポイント指導】『いじ（意地）！あんたに「今日も綺麗ですね」って言われても、恥ずかしさで意地を張って「バカ！うるさい！」って言っちゃうのよ！…でもね、本当は飛び上がるほど嬉しいんだから、優しく抱きしめなさい！』
- 頑迷: Describes a person who is extremely stubborn and unwilling to change their mind or accept new ideas, often with negative connotations. Can be used for individuals or groups.
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