synonym Comparative
自省
VS
内省
Differences Between "自省" and "内省"
Option A
自省
Meaning
self-reflection; introspection; checking one's own conduct
Reading
じせい (jisei)
Syllabus Level
N3
Practical Example
日々の忙しさに追われる現代人にとって、一人で静かに_______する時間を持つことは極めて重要です。
For modern people chased by daily busyness, it is extremely important to have time for quiet self-reflection alone.
Option B
内省
Meaning
introspection, self-reflection
Reading
ないせい (naisei)
Syllabus Level
N1
Practical Example
失敗から学び、内省することで成長できる。
You can grow by learning from mistakes and practicing introspection.
Which one to use?
Select the correct Japanese word for this context
Which word fits this context: "(self-reflection; introspection; checking one's own conduct)"?
🎉 正解 / Correct!
使い分け解説:
- 自省: Refers to self-reflection, introspection, or checking one's own conduct and thoughts to improve oneself (formal/academic tone). Often used as 自省の念 (spirit of self-reflection) or 自省する. ⚠️ Haruka's Voice Column: 'Self-reflection! S-So what if I am reflecting on being too strict with you yesterday?! ...っ, I had a little self-reflection session last night! So... let me make it up to you by holding hands today!' / 【ハルカ部長のワンポイント指導】『じ、自省よ！昨日あんたにちょっと厳しく当たりすぎちゃって、夜ベッドの中で一人で激しく自省（反省）したのよ…っ！だから、今日はその罪滅ぼしに、一日中手を繋いで歩いてあげるわ！感謝しなさい！』
- 内省: The act of looking inward and examining one's own thoughts, feelings, and motives. 自分の心の中を深く見つめ、考えや行動を振り返ること。
- 自省: Refers to self-reflection, introspection, or checking one's own conduct and thoughts to improve oneself (formal/academic tone). Often used as 自省の念 (spirit of self-reflection) or 自省する. ⚠️ Haruka's Voice Column: 'Self-reflection! S-So what if I am reflecting on being too strict with you yesterday?! ...っ, I had a little self-reflection session last night! So... let me make it up to you by holding hands today!' / 【ハルカ部長のワンポイント指導】『じ、自省よ！昨日あんたにちょっと厳しく当たりすぎちゃって、夜ベッドの中で一人で激しく自省（反省）したのよ…っ！だから、今日はその罪滅ぼしに、一日中手を繋いで歩いてあげるわ！感謝しなさい！』
- 内省: The act of looking inward and examining one's own thoughts, feelings, and motives. 自分の心の中を深く見つめ、考えや行動を振り返ること。
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