homonym Comparative
機器
VS
危機
Differences Between "機器" and "危機"
Option A
機器
Meaning
equipment, machinery, device
Reading
きき (kiki)
Syllabus Level
N3
Practical Example
この研究所には最新の医療機器が導入されている。
This research institute has introduced the latest medical equipment.
Option B
危機
Meaning
crisis, danger
Reading
きき (kiki)
Syllabus Level
N3
Practical Example
世界経済は深刻な危機に直面している。
The global economy is facing a serious crisis.
Which one to use?
Select the correct Japanese word for this context
Which word fits this context: "(equipment, machinery, device)"?
🎉 正解 / Correct!
使い分け解説:
- 機器: 様々な種類の装置や機械、器具の総称です。特に電気や電子を使ったものを指すことが多いですが、医療機器や精密機器など広い範囲で使われます。 (A general term for various types of apparatus, machines, or tools. Often refers to electrical or electronic devices, but is also used broadly for things like medical equipment and precision instruments.)
- 危機: Refers to a critical or dangerous situation that requires careful handling. Often used in serious contexts, e.g., 経済危機 (economic crisis), 環境危機 (environmental crisis).
- 機器: 様々な種類の装置や機械、器具の総称です。特に電気や電子を使ったものを指すことが多いですが、医療機器や精密機器など広い範囲で使われます。 (A general term for various types of apparatus, machines, or tools. Often refers to electrical or electronic devices, but is also used broadly for things like medical equipment and precision instruments.)
- 危機: Refers to a critical or dangerous situation that requires careful handling. Often used in serious contexts, e.g., 経済危機 (economic crisis), 環境危機 (environmental crisis).
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