synonym Comparative
決心する
VS
定める
Differences Between "決心する" and "定める"
Option A
決心する
Meaning
to decide, to make up one's mind, to resolve
Reading
けっしんする (kesshinsuru)
Syllabus Level
N3
Practical Example
彼は留学する決心をした。
He decided to study abroad.
Option B
定める
Meaning
to decide, to establish, to set, to determine
Reading
さだめる (sadameru)
Syllabus Level
N2
Practical Example
会社は新しい目標を定めた。
The company established new goals.
Which one to use?
Select the correct Japanese word for this context
Which word fits this context: "(to decide, to make up one's mind, to resolve)"?
🎉 正解 / Correct!
使い分け解説:
- 決心する: Implies a firm, strong decision or resolution, often made after careful thought or overcoming hesitation. It is a する-verb.
- 定める: Often implies making a formal decision, setting rules, or determining a course of action. More formal or definitive than 決める (kimeru).
- 決心する: Implies a firm, strong decision or resolution, often made after careful thought or overcoming hesitation. It is a する-verb.
- 定める: Often implies making a formal decision, setting rules, or determining a course of action. More formal or definitive than 決める (kimeru).
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