synonym Comparative
一旦
VS
さっそく
Differences Between "一旦" and "さっそく"
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
さっそく
Meaning
immediately, without delay, at once
Reading
さっそく (sassoku)
Syllabus Level
N3
Practical Example
知らせを聞いて、さっそく準備を始めた。
Upon hearing the news, I immediately started preparations.
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)
- さっそく: Adverb indicating prompt action. Used when something is done quickly after a decision, event, or receipt of information. (決定や出来事、情報の受領後、すぐに行動することを示す副詞。)
- 一旦: Indicates a temporary action or state, often followed by a change or return. (一時的に、一度)
- さっそく: Adverb indicating prompt action. Used when something is done quickly after a decision, event, or receipt of information. (決定や出来事、情報の受領後、すぐに行動することを示す副詞。)
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