synonym Comparative
謙虚
VS
ささやか
Differences Between "謙虚" and "ささやか"
Option A
謙虚
Meaning
humble, modest
Reading
けんきょ (kenkyo)
Syllabus Level
N2
Practical Example
彼は成功しても常に謙虚な態度を崩さない。
Even with success, he always maintains a humble attitude.
Option B
ささやか
Meaning
modest, humble, small, trifling
Reading
ささやか (sasayaka)
Syllabus Level
N2
Practical Example
ささやかですが、どうぞ召し上がってください。
It's a small (modest) offering, but please help yourself.
Which one to use?
Select the correct Japanese word for this context
Which word fits this context: "(humble, modest)"?
🎉 正解 / Correct!
使い分け解説:
- 謙虚: Describes a person who is modest and not arrogant, willing to learn from others, and aware of their own limitations. (へりくだった態度で、自分の能力や立場を過信せず、他者の意見を聞き入れるさま。「謙虚な姿勢」のように形容動詞として使う。)
- ささやか: Describes something small in scale or amount, but often with a nuance of being heartfelt, sincere, or precious despite its size. Can be used for gifts, parties, or one's lifestyle.
- 謙虚: Describes a person who is modest and not arrogant, willing to learn from others, and aware of their own limitations. (へりくだった態度で、自分の能力や立場を過信せず、他者の意見を聞き入れるさま。「謙虚な姿勢」のように形容動詞として使う。)
- ささやか: Describes something small in scale or amount, but often with a nuance of being heartfelt, sincere, or precious despite its size. Can be used for gifts, parties, or one's lifestyle.
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