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synonym Comparative
貫徹
VS
踏襲

Differences Between "貫徹" and "踏襲"

Option A
貫徹
Meaning
carrying through (to the end), achieving (one's purpose), perseverance
Reading
かんてつ (kantetsu)
Syllabus Level
N2
Practical Example
彼はどんな困難にも屈せず、自分の信念を貫徹した。
He persevered in his beliefs without giving in to any difficulties.
Option B
踏襲
Meaning
following a precedent / carrying on
Reading
とうしゅう (toushuu)
Syllabus Level
C2
Practical Example
私は踏襲に興味があります。
I am interested in following a precedent / carrying on.

Which one to use?

Select the correct Japanese word for this context

Which word fits this context: "(carrying through (to the end), achieving (one's purpose), perseverance)"?
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使い分け解説:
- 貫徹: Emphasizes seeing a plan or purpose through to its completion, despite difficulties. Often implies strong resolve and persistence.
- 踏襲: Essential structural term in CEFR C2 vocabulary syllabus. (CEFR C2語彙シラバスにおける重要表現です。)
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