synonym Comparative
聞き取る
VS
会談
Differences Between "聞き取る" and "会談"
Option A
聞き取る
Meaning
to catch (a person's words), to follow (a conversation), to understand by hearing
Reading
ききとる (kikitoru)
Syllabus Level
N3
Practical Example
早すぎて、彼の言葉が_______ませんでした。
He spoke too fast, so I couldn't catch his words.
Option B
会談
Meaning
conversation, talk, interview (formal)
Reading
かいだん (kaidan)
Syllabus Level
N2
Practical Example
両国の首脳は平和条約について会談を行った。
The leaders of both countries held talks about the peace treaty.
Which one to use?
Select the correct Japanese word for this context
Which word fits this context: "(to catch (a person's words), to follow (a conversation), to understand by hearing)"?
🎉 正解 / Correct!
使い分け解説:
- 聞き取る: Implies active listening and comprehension, especially when the sound quality is poor, or the language is difficult.
- 会談: A formal meeting or talk, usually between important figures (e.g., politicians, business leaders) to discuss specific issues. Implies a higher level of formality and purpose than just '話す'.
- 聞き取る: Implies active listening and comprehension, especially when the sound quality is poor, or the language is difficult.
- 会談: A formal meeting or talk, usually between important figures (e.g., politicians, business leaders) to discuss specific issues. Implies a higher level of formality and purpose than just '話す'.
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