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synonym Comparative
一家
VS
お手伝い

Differences Between "一家" and "お手伝い"

Option A
一家
Meaning
a household; a family; the whole family
Reading
いっか (ikka)
Syllabus Level
N3
Practical Example
彼の一家はみんな音楽が好きです。
His whole family loves music.
Option B
お手伝い
Meaning
help, assistance (often for household chores)
Reading
おてつだい (otetsudai)
Syllabus Level
N3
Practical Example
母の夕食の_______をしました。
I helped my mother with dinner preparations.

Which one to use?

Select the correct Japanese word for this context

Which word fits this context: "(a household; a family; the whole family)"?
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使い分け解説:
- 一家: Refers to an entire family unit or household, often emphasizing the collective rather than individual members. Can be used for human families or even animal families.
- お手伝い: Polite form of 手伝い (tetsudai). Often implies helping with household tasks, childcare, or general assistance.
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