synonym Comparative
継続的
VS
執拗
Differences Between "継続的" and "執拗"
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
執拗
Meaning
Persistent, tenacious, relentless, stubborn
Reading
しつよう (shitsuyō)
Syllabus Level
N2
Practical Example
彼は一度決めたことは執拗にやり遂げようとする。
He relentlessly tries to accomplish anything he sets his mind to.
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.
- 執拗: Describes someone or something that is persistently and relentlessly pursuing a goal, idea, or person. Can be used positively (persistent effort) or negatively (annoyingly stubborn, unwilling to give up). Often carries a slightly negative or strong connotation. (執拗な追求、執拗な質問)
- 継続的: Adjectival form of 継続 (continuing). Describes something that happens or exists without interruption or over a long period.
- 執拗: Describes someone or something that is persistently and relentlessly pursuing a goal, idea, or person. Can be used positively (persistent effort) or negatively (annoyingly stubborn, unwilling to give up). Often carries a slightly negative or strong connotation. (執拗な追求、執拗な質問)
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