synonym Comparative
基準
VS
規範
Differences Between "基準" and "規範"
Option A
基準
Meaning
standard, basis, criterion
Reading
きじゅん (kijun)
Syllabus Level
N3
Practical Example
このテストは、日本語能力を測るための基準です。
This test is a standard for measuring Japanese language ability.
Option B
規範
Meaning
standard, norm, criterion
Reading
きはん (kihan)
Syllabus Level
N2
Practical Example
社会の規範を守ることは重要だ。
It is important to adhere to social norms.
Which one to use?
Select the correct Japanese word for this context
Which word fits this context: "(standard, basis, criterion)"?
🎉 正解 / Correct!
使い分け解説:
- 基準: 物事を判断したり、評価したりする際の目安となるもの、または比較の元となる点。英語の'standard'や'criterion'に相当します。
- 規範: Refers to rules, principles, or standards that define what is considered normal, acceptable, or obligatory behavior within a society or group. More general and abstract than 模範.
- 基準: 物事を判断したり、評価したりする際の目安となるもの、または比較の元となる点。英語の'standard'や'criterion'に相当します。
- 規範: Refers to rules, principles, or standards that define what is considered normal, acceptable, or obligatory behavior within a society or group. More general and abstract than 模範.
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