synonym Comparative
渋滞
VS
即座
Differences Between "渋滞" and "即座"
Option A
渋滞
Meaning
traffic jam; congestion; delay
Reading
じゅうたい (juutai)
Syllabus Level
N2
Practical Example
週末は高速道路がいつも渋滞している。
The highway is always congested on weekends.
Option B
即座
Meaning
immediately; on the spot; without delay
Reading
そくざ (sokuza)
Syllabus Level
N1
Practical Example
質問に対して即座に答えた。
He answered the question immediately.
Which one to use?
Select the correct Japanese word for this context
Which word fits this context: "(traffic jam; congestion; delay)"?
🎉 正解 / Correct!
使い分け解説:
- 渋滞: Primarily refers to traffic congestion, but can also be used metaphorically for other types of delays or stagnation (e.g., mail, work).
- 即座: Often used in formal contexts or when emphasizing prompt action. Can be used with 「に」 as an adverb (即座に). Implies responding or acting without any hesitation or time lag. (その場ですぐに、遅れることなく)
- 渋滞: Primarily refers to traffic congestion, but can also be used metaphorically for other types of delays or stagnation (e.g., mail, work).
- 即座: Often used in formal contexts or when emphasizing prompt action. Can be used with 「に」 as an adverb (即座に). Implies responding or acting without any hesitation or time lag. (その場ですぐに、遅れることなく)
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