synonym Comparative
機敏
VS
即応
Differences Between "機敏" and "即応"
Option A
機敏
Meaning
quick-witted, agile, prompt
Reading
きびん (kibin)
Syllabus Level
N2
Practical Example
彼は機敏な動きでピンチを切り抜けた。
He got out of the predicament with agile movements.
Option B
即応
Meaning
prompt response; immediate compliance; quick adaptation
Reading
そくおう (sokuō)
Syllabus Level
N1
Practical Example
災害発生時に即応できるよう、日頃から訓練している。
We train daily to be able to respond promptly in the event of a disaster.
Which one to use?
Select the correct Japanese word for this context
Which word fits this context: "(quick-witted, agile, prompt)"?
🎉 正解 / Correct!
使い分け解説:
- 機敏: Describes quickness in movement, thought, or response. It suggests efficiency, cleverness, and readiness. Often used for people or animals, or for responses/actions.
- 即応: Emphasizes quick and appropriate action or reaction to a situation, demand, or change. Often used in business, military, or emergency contexts. Can be used as 即応する (sokuō suru) or 即応性 (sokuō-sei).
- 機敏: Describes quickness in movement, thought, or response. It suggests efficiency, cleverness, and readiness. Often used for people or animals, or for responses/actions.
- 即応: Emphasizes quick and appropriate action or reaction to a situation, demand, or change. Often used in business, military, or emergency contexts. Can be used as 即応する (sokuō suru) or 即応性 (sokuō-sei).
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