synonym Comparative
かえって
VS
極まりない
Differences Between "かえって" and "極まりない"
Option A
かえって
Meaning
on the contrary; rather; instead; all the more
Reading
かえって (kaette)
Syllabus Level
N2
Practical Example
急いでやったらかえって時間がかかってしまった。
When I hurried, it actually took more time.
Option B
極まりない
Meaning
extremely, utterly, nothing could be more...
Reading
きわまりない (kiwamari nai)
Syllabus Level
N2
Practical Example
彼の態度は失礼極まりない。
His attitude is utterly rude.
Which one to use?
Select the correct Japanese word for this context
Which word fits this context: "(on the contrary; rather; instead; all the more)"?
🎉 正解 / Correct!
使い分け解説:
- かえって: Used when the result or effect is the opposite of what was expected or intended. It can imply an unintended negative consequence or an unexpected positive one. 予想や期待とは逆の結果になったときに使います。
- 極まりない: Used after a noun or na-adjective to express an extreme degree, often with a negative or critical nuance, suggesting that something is beyond acceptable limits. More emphatic than 「非常に」.
- かえって: Used when the result or effect is the opposite of what was expected or intended. It can imply an unintended negative consequence or an unexpected positive one. 予想や期待とは逆の結果になったときに使います。
- 極まりない: Used after a noun or na-adjective to express an extreme degree, often with a negative or critical nuance, suggesting that something is beyond acceptable limits. More emphatic than 「非常に」.
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