synonym Comparative
けじめ
VS
峻別
Differences Between "けじめ" and "峻別"
Option A
けじめ
Meaning
distinction; boundary; line (between good/bad, public/private); sense of responsibility
Reading
けじめ (kejime)
Syllabus Level
N2
Practical Example
仕事とプライベートのけじめはしっかりつけるべきだ。
You should properly maintain the distinction between work and private life.
Option B
峻別
Meaning
strict distinction, clear differentiation, sharp demarcation
Reading
しゅんべつ (shunbetsu)
Syllabus Level
N1
Practical Example
善悪の峻別は、教育の重要な側面である。
Making a clear distinction between good and evil is an important aspect of education.
Which one to use?
Select the correct Japanese word for this context
Which word fits this context: "(distinction; boundary; line (between good/bad, public/private); sense of responsibility)"?
🎉 正解 / Correct!
使い分け解説:
- けじめ: Refers to a clear distinction or boundary between different things, especially in terms of behavior, responsibility, or roles (e.g., work/private life, good/bad, right/wrong). It also implies having a sense of discipline and knowing where to draw the line. Often used in contexts of maintaining order or integrity.
- 峻別: Emphasizes making a very clear and unambiguous distinction between two or more things, often to avoid confusion or maintain standards. 厳しく区別すること、明確に分類することを指す。
- けじめ: Refers to a clear distinction or boundary between different things, especially in terms of behavior, responsibility, or roles (e.g., work/private life, good/bad, right/wrong). It also implies having a sense of discipline and knowing where to draw the line. Often used in contexts of maintaining order or integrity.
- 峻別: Emphasizes making a very clear and unambiguous distinction between two or more things, often to avoid confusion or maintain standards. 厳しく区別すること、明確に分類することを指す。
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