🦅 Project Eagle
synonym Comparative
開拓
VS
繰り広げる

Differences Between "開拓" and "繰り広げる"

Option A
開拓
Meaning
reclaim (land), cultivate, pioneer, develop (new fields/markets)
Reading
かいたく (kaitaku)
Syllabus Level
N2
Practical Example
未開の地を開拓し、新しい村を作った。
They pioneered the undeveloped land and built a new village.
Option B
繰り広げる
Meaning
to unfold; to stage; to develop; to launch (a discussion)
Reading
くりひろげる (kurihirōgeru)
Syllabus Level
N2
Practical Example
激しい議論が繰り広げられた。
A fierce debate unfolded.

Which one to use?

Select the correct Japanese word for this context

Which word fits this context: "(reclaim (land), cultivate, pioneer, develop (new fields/markets))"?
🎉 正解 / Correct!
使い分け解説:
- 開拓: Refers to opening up new land, markets, fields, or possibilities that were previously undeveloped or unknown. It implies pioneering effort.
- 繰り広げる: Describes the act of developing or unfolding a situation, event, discussion, or scene over time or in space. Often used for events that are dynamic or involve many participants.
🦅

Want to boost your Japanese vocabulary?

Project Eagle automatically tracks and targets your weak words using AI. Practice thousands of operational exams completely for free!