synonym Comparative
加入する
VS
加わる
Differences Between "加入する" and "加わる"
Option A
加入する
Meaning
to join, to become a member
Reading
かにゅうする (kanyuu suru)
Syllabus Level
N3
Practical Example
彼は新しいスポーツクラブに加入しました。
He joined a new sports club.
Option B
加わる
Meaning
to join, to participate, to be added
Reading
くわわる (kuwawaru)
Syllabus Level
N3
Practical Example
新しいメンバーがチームに加わった。
A new member joined the team.
Which one to use?
Select the correct Japanese word for this context
Which word fits this context: "(to join, to become a member)"?
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使い分け解説:
- 加入する: Used for joining organizations, clubs, or subscribing to services. Often followed by に (e.g., 会社に加入する).
- 加わる: Often used when a person or thing joins a group, team, or situation. It's an intransitive verb. (人や物事が集団や状況に参加する際によく使われる自動詞。)
- 加入する: Used for joining organizations, clubs, or subscribing to services. Often followed by に (e.g., 会社に加入する).
- 加わる: Often used when a person or thing joins a group, team, or situation. It's an intransitive verb. (人や物事が集団や状況に参加する際によく使われる自動詞。)
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