synonym Comparative
かまう
VS
一同
Differences Between "かまう" and "一同"
Option A
かまう
Meaning
to mind; to care about; to be concerned about
Reading
かまう (kamau)
Syllabus Level
N3
Practical Example
遅れてもかまいません。
It doesn't matter if you're late. / I don't mind if you're late.
Option B
一同
Meaning
all present; all concerned; all of us
Reading
いちどう (ichidou)
Syllabus Level
N2
Practical Example
皆様、一同を代表してご挨拶申し上げます。
Ladies and gentlemen, I would like to offer a greeting on behalf of everyone present.
Which one to use?
Select the correct Japanese word for this context
Which word fits this context: "(to mind; to care about; to be concerned about)"?
🎉 正解 / Correct!
使い分け解説:
- かまう: Often used in negative sentences like 「気にしない」「構わない」 meaning 'don't mind' or 'it doesn't matter'. Can also mean to pay attention to or interfere with someone/something.
- 一同: Refers to everyone in a group or gathering. Often used in formal or semi-formal contexts, like speeches or collective messages. Can be used by a speaker to refer to themselves and their group.
- かまう: Often used in negative sentences like 「気にしない」「構わない」 meaning 'don't mind' or 'it doesn't matter'. Can also mean to pay attention to or interfere with someone/something.
- 一同: Refers to everyone in a group or gathering. Often used in formal or semi-formal contexts, like speeches or collective messages. Can be used by a speaker to refer to themselves and their group.
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