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synonym Comparative
傾倒
VS
胚胎

Differences Between "傾倒" and "胚胎"

Option A
傾倒
Meaning
devotion, dedication, admiration (often to a person, idea, or art)
Reading
けいとう (keitou)
Syllabus Level
N1
Practical Example
彼は若くしてその哲学者の思想に深く傾倒した。
He became deeply devoted to that philosopher's ideas at a young age.
Option B
胚胎
Meaning
embryogenesis; conception; (fig.) germination/incubation of an idea/problem
Reading
はいたい (haitai)
Syllabus Level
N1
Practical Example
新しい文化がこの地域に胚胎しつつある。
A new culture is beginning to germinate in this region.

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Select the correct Japanese word for this context

Which word fits this context: "(devotion, dedication, admiration (often to a person, idea, or art))"?
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使い分け解説:
- 傾倒: Expresses a deep admiration, respect, or strong devotion towards a person, an idea, a philosophy, or an art form. It often implies being deeply influenced or inspired. (人物、思想、哲学、芸術などに対して深く感銘を受け、心から尊敬し、献身する様子。深く影響を受けたり、インスピレーションを受けたりすることを伴うことが多い。)
- 胚胎: Literally refers to the formation of an embryo. Figuratively, it means the beginning, origin, or incubation of an idea, concept, or even a problem, often implying something that will grow and develop over time. It carries a formal or literary tone in its figurative sense.
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