synonym Comparative
勤しむ
VS
勤勉な
Differences Between "勤しむ" and "勤勉な"
Option A
勤しむ
Meaning
to endeavor, to make an effort, to apply oneself diligently to, to be diligent
Reading
いそしむ (isoshimu)
Syllabus Level
N2
Practical Example
彼は毎日、熱心に勉強に勤しんでいる。
He diligently applies himself to his studies every day.
Option B
勤勉な
Meaning
diligent, industrious
Reading
きんべんな (kinbenna)
Syllabus Level
N2
Practical Example
彼はとても勤勉な学生です。
He is a very diligent student.
Which one to use?
Select the correct Japanese word for this context
Which word fits this context: "(to endeavor, to make an effort, to apply oneself diligently to, to be diligent)"?
🎉 正解 / Correct!
使い分け解説:
- 勤しむ: Used to describe putting effort or diligence into a task, study, or work. Often implies a continuous and earnest effort. (仕事や勉強などに熱心に、また継続的に努力する様子を表す。古風な響きもある。)
- 勤勉な: Used to describe someone's character or work ethic, emphasizing their hard work and effort. (人の性格や仕事への姿勢を表し、真面目に努力する様子を強調します。)
- 勤しむ: Used to describe putting effort or diligence into a task, study, or work. Often implies a continuous and earnest effort. (仕事や勉強などに熱心に、また継続的に努力する様子を表す。古風な響きもある。)
- 勤勉な: Used to describe someone's character or work ethic, emphasizing their hard work and effort. (人の性格や仕事への姿勢を表し、真面目に努力する様子を強調します。)
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