synonym Comparative
危惧
VS
戦慄
Differences Between "危惧" and "戦慄"
Option A
危惧
Meaning
apprehension; fear; misgiving; anxiety
Reading
きぐ (kigu)
Syllabus Level
N1
Practical Example
経済の先行きに対し、多くの人が危惧を抱いている。
Many people harbor apprehension about the future of the economy.
Option B
戦慄
Meaning
tremble with fear; shudder; dread
Reading
せんりつ (senritsu)
Syllabus Level
N1
Practical Example
その恐ろしい物語に、彼は全身が戦慄した。
He shuddered with dread at the terrifying story.
Which one to use?
Select the correct Japanese word for this context
Which word fits this context: "(apprehension; fear; misgiving; anxiety)"?
🎉 正解 / Correct!
使い分け解説:
- 危惧: A feeling of apprehension or concern about a potential negative outcome. Often used for serious situations or widespread concerns, more formal than just '心配 (shinpai)'. 「将来を危惧する」「危惧の念を抱く」のように使われます。
- 戦慄: Describes a strong feeling of fear or horror, causing one to shiver or tremble. 身体が震えるほどの強い恐怖や嫌悪を表す際に使われます。
- 危惧: A feeling of apprehension or concern about a potential negative outcome. Often used for serious situations or widespread concerns, more formal than just '心配 (shinpai)'. 「将来を危惧する」「危惧の念を抱く」のように使われます。
- 戦慄: Describes a strong feeling of fear or horror, causing one to shiver or tremble. 身体が震えるほどの強い恐怖や嫌悪を表す際に使われます。
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