synonym Comparative
監督
VS
統括
Differences Between "監督" and "統括"
Option A
監督
Meaning
supervision, director, manager, coach
Reading
かんとく (kantoku)
Syllabus Level
N3
Practical Example
映画監督の仕事は難しい。
The job of a film director is difficult.
Option B
統括
Meaning
general supervision, comprehensive management, overall control
Reading
とうかつ (tōkatsu)
Syllabus Level
N2
Practical Example
彼はこのプロジェクト全体の統括責任者だ。
He is the overall manager for this entire project.
Which one to use?
Select the correct Japanese word for this context
Which word fits this context: "(supervision, director, manager, coach)"?
🎉 正解 / Correct!
使い分け解説:
- 監督: Refers to the act of supervising or overseeing something, or the person who does so, such as a film director, sports coach, or project manager. (物事を指導・管理・指揮すること、またはその立場の人。映画監督、スポーツのコーチ、プロジェクトマネージャーなどを指す。)
- 統括: Implies overseeing and consolidating multiple parts into a whole, often in management or project contexts. (例: 全体を統括する)
- 監督: Refers to the act of supervising or overseeing something, or the person who does so, such as a film director, sports coach, or project manager. (物事を指導・管理・指揮すること、またはその立場の人。映画監督、スポーツのコーチ、プロジェクトマネージャーなどを指す。)
- 統括: Implies overseeing and consolidating multiple parts into a whole, often in management or project contexts. (例: 全体を統括する)
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