synonym Comparative
均衡
VS
見合う
Differences Between "均衡" and "見合う"
Option A
均衡
Meaning
balance, equilibrium
Reading
きんこう (kinkō)
Syllabus Level
N2
Practical Example
生態系の微妙な均衡が崩れてしまった。
The delicate balance of the ecosystem has been disrupted.
Option B
見合う
Meaning
to be suitable, to be fitting, to be proportionate, to balance, to correspond
Reading
みあう (miau)
Syllabus Level
N2
Practical Example
彼の努力に見合う成果が出た。
Results commensurate with his efforts were achieved.
Which one to use?
Select the correct Japanese word for this context
Which word fits this context: "(balance, equilibrium)"?
🎉 正解 / Correct!
使い分け解説:
- 均衡: Describes a state where opposing forces, elements, or influences are in a stable balance or equality. Often used in economics, ecology, politics, or for abstract concepts like power balance.
- 見合う: To be well-matched, commensurate, or appropriate in terms of value, effort, quality, or position. (価値、努力、質、立場などが、互いに適切である、釣り合っているという意味で使われます。)
- 均衡: Describes a state where opposing forces, elements, or influences are in a stable balance or equality. Often used in economics, ecology, politics, or for abstract concepts like power balance.
- 見合う: To be well-matched, commensurate, or appropriate in terms of value, effort, quality, or position. (価値、努力、質、立場などが、互いに適切である、釣り合っているという意味で使われます。)
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