synonym Comparative
厳しい
VS
厳重
Differences Between "厳しい" and "厳重"
Option A
厳しい
Meaning
strict; severe; harsh
Reading
きびしい (kibishii)
Syllabus Level
N4
Practical Example
私の先生はとても厳しいです。
My teacher is very strict.
Option B
厳重
Meaning
strict; severe; rigorous; stringent; tight (security)
Reading
げんじゅう (genjū)
Syllabus Level
N2
Practical Example
個人情報は厳重に管理されているため、ご安心ください。
Personal information is managed under strict security, so please be assured.
Which one to use?
Select the correct Japanese word for this context
Which word fits this context: "(strict; severe; harsh)"?
🎉 正解 / Correct!
使い分け解説:
- 厳しい: An い-adjective describing strictness in rules, people (teachers, bosses), or conditions (weather, economic situation). (規則、人（先生、上司）、または状況（天気、経済）の厳しさを表すい形容詞です。)
- 厳重: Emphasizes thoroughness and strictness, often concerning security measures, warnings, or precautions to prevent negative outcomes. Implies a high level of caution and control.
- 厳しい: An い-adjective describing strictness in rules, people (teachers, bosses), or conditions (weather, economic situation). (規則、人（先生、上司）、または状況（天気、経済）の厳しさを表すい形容詞です。)
- 厳重: Emphasizes thoroughness and strictness, often concerning security measures, warnings, or precautions to prevent negative outcomes. Implies a high level of caution and control.
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