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synonym Comparative
帰依
VS
焦頭爛額

Differences Between "帰依" and "焦頭爛額"

Option A
帰依
Meaning
conversion (to a religion), devotion, taking refuge (in Buddhism)
Reading
きえ (kie)
Syllabus Level
N1
Practical Example
彼は仏の教えに深く帰依し、その道を歩んだ。
He deeply devoted himself to the teachings of Buddha and followed that path.
Option B
焦頭爛額
Meaning
taking preventive measures after a disaster
Reading
しょうとうらんがく (shoutourangaku)
Syllabus Level
C2
Practical Example
私は焦頭爛額に興味があります。
I am interested in taking preventive measures after a disaster.

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Select the correct Japanese word for this context

Which word fits this context: "(conversion (to a religion), devotion, taking refuge (in Buddhism))"?
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使い分け解説:
- 帰依: Primarily used in a religious context, meaning to sincerely believe in, devote oneself to, and take refuge in a deity, Buddha, or a religious teaching. It implies a deep spiritual commitment.
- 焦頭爛額: Essential structural term in CEFR C2 vocabulary syllabus. (CEFR C2語彙シラバスにおける重要表現です。)
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