synonym Comparative
慣例
VS
風習
Differences Between "慣例" and "風習"
Option A
慣例
Meaning
custom, precedent, established practice
Reading
かんれい (kanrei)
Syllabus Level
N2
Practical Example
歓迎会を開くのがこの会社の慣例だ。
It's customary for this company to hold a welcome party.
Option B
風習
Meaning
custom, tradition
Reading
ふうしゅう (fūshū)
Syllabus Level
N2
Practical Example
この地方には、昔から伝わるユニークな風習がたくさんある。
There are many unique customs that have been passed down since ancient times in this region.
Which one to use?
Select the correct Japanese word for this context
Which word fits this context: "(custom, precedent, established practice)"?
🎉 正解 / Correct!
使い分け解説:
- 慣例: Refers to a practice that has become established over time, often informally, and is generally followed, but not necessarily a strict written rule. It's about 'what is usually done'.
- 風習: A customary practice or tradition passed down in a region or community, often related to culture or daily life. (ある地域や社会で代々受け継がれてきた習慣やしきたり。文化や生活様式に関連することが多い。)
- 慣例: Refers to a practice that has become established over time, often informally, and is generally followed, but not necessarily a strict written rule. It's about 'what is usually done'.
- 風習: A customary practice or tradition passed down in a region or community, often related to culture or daily life. (ある地域や社会で代々受け継がれてきた習慣やしきたり。文化や生活様式に関連することが多い。)
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