synonym Comparative
継続的
VS
粘り強い
Differences Between "継続的" and "粘り強い"
Option A
継続的
Meaning
continuous, ongoing, persistent
Reading
けいぞくてき (keizokuteki)
Syllabus Level
N2
Practical Example
彼は継続的な努力で目標を達成した。
He achieved his goal through continuous effort.
Option B
粘り強い
Meaning
persistent, tenacious, persevering
Reading
ねばりづよい (nebarizuyoi)
Syllabus Level
N2
Practical Example
彼女の粘り強い交渉のおかげで、契約が成立した。
Thanks to her tenacious negotiations, the contract was concluded.
Which one to use?
Select the correct Japanese word for this context
Which word fits this context: "(continuous, ongoing, persistent)"?
🎉 正解 / Correct!
使い分け解説:
- 継続的: Adjectival form of 継続 (continuing). Describes something that happens or exists without interruption or over a long period.
- 粘り強い: Describes someone or something that shows strong persistence and tenacity, not giving up easily even when faced with difficulties. It's often used positively to praise resilience.
- 継続的: Adjectival form of 継続 (continuing). Describes something that happens or exists without interruption or over a long period.
- 粘り強い: Describes someone or something that shows strong persistence and tenacity, not giving up easily even when faced with difficulties. It's often used positively to praise resilience.
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