synonym Comparative
計画する
VS
意図
Differences Between "計画する" and "意図"
Option A
計画する
Meaning
to plan; to scheme; to design
Reading
けいかくする (keikaku suru)
Syllabus Level
N4
Practical Example
来年の旅行を計画しています。
I am planning next year's trip.
Option B
意図
Meaning
intention; aim; design; purpose
Reading
いと (ito)
Syllabus Level
N3
Practical Example
彼の発言の本当の_______を理解するのに、少し時間がかかりました。
It took a bit of time to understand the true intention behind his remark.
Which one to use?
Select the correct Japanese word for this context
Which word fits this context: "(to plan; to scheme; to design)"?
🎉 正解 / Correct!
使い分け解説:
- 計画する: It's a verb meaning 'to plan', 'to schedule', or 'to design'. Often used for future actions, projects, or events. The noun form is 計画 (keikaku, plan).
- 意図: Refers to one's intention, aim, purpose, or design behind an action or statement. Can be used with する as a verb (意図する). ⚠️ Haruka's Voice Column: 'What was my intention when I purposely sat next to you during the company drinking party?! ...Don't go getting the wrong idea! I-It was strictly to manage your drinking habits! Absolutely no other purpose!' / 【ハルカ部長のワンポイント指導】『昨日の懇親会で、私がわざわざあんたの隣の席に座った意図？！...べ、別にあんたと密着したかったわけじゃないわよ！飲みすぎないように監視する意図よ！他意はないわ！』
- 計画する: It's a verb meaning 'to plan', 'to schedule', or 'to design'. Often used for future actions, projects, or events. The noun form is 計画 (keikaku, plan).
- 意図: Refers to one's intention, aim, purpose, or design behind an action or statement. Can be used with する as a verb (意図する). ⚠️ Haruka's Voice Column: 'What was my intention when I purposely sat next to you during the company drinking party?! ...Don't go getting the wrong idea! I-It was strictly to manage your drinking habits! Absolutely no other purpose!' / 【ハルカ部長のワンポイント指導】『昨日の懇親会で、私がわざわざあんたの隣の席に座った意図？！...べ、別にあんたと密着したかったわけじゃないわよ！飲みすぎないように監視する意図よ！他意はないわ！』
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