synonym Comparative
一旦
VS
いっしゅん
Differences Between "一旦" and "いっしゅん"
Option A
一旦
Meaning
once, for a moment, temporarily
Reading
いったん (ittan)
Syllabus Level
N3
Practical Example
一旦家に帰ってから、また出かける。
I'll go home once, and then go out again.
Option B
いっしゅん
Meaning
a moment, an instant
Reading
いっしゅん (isshun)
Syllabus Level
N3
Practical Example
彼は一瞬でその問題を解いた。
He solved the problem in an instant.
Which one to use?
Select the correct Japanese word for this context
Which word fits this context: "(once, for a moment, temporarily)"?
🎉 正解 / Correct!
使い分け解説:
- 一旦: Indicates a temporary action or state, often followed by a change or return. (一時的に、一度)
- いっしゅん: Emphasizes a very short period of time, like a blink of an eye. Can be used as an adverb (一瞬で) or a noun.
- 一旦: Indicates a temporary action or state, often followed by a change or return. (一時的に、一度)
- いっしゅん: Emphasizes a very short period of time, like a blink of an eye. Can be used as an adverb (一瞬で) or a noun.
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