synonym Comparative
極めて
VS
至極
Differences Between "極めて" and "至極"
Option A
極めて
Meaning
extremely, very, exceedingly
Reading
きわめて (kiwamete)
Syllabus Level
N2
Practical Example
その計画は極めて重要である。
That plan is extremely important.
Option B
至極
Meaning
extremely, exceedingly, utterly, very (often used with adjectives to emphasize degree)
Reading
しごく (shigoku)
Syllabus Level
N1
Practical Example
それは至極当然の結論だった。
That was an utterly natural conclusion.
Which one to use?
Select the correct Japanese word for this context
Which word fits this context: "(extremely, very, exceedingly)"?
🎉 正解 / Correct!
使い分け解説:
- 極めて: A formal and strong way to express a high degree or extent. It is generally stronger than 「とても」 or 「非常に」. 「この上なく、非常に」という意味で、強調したいときに使われます。
- 至極: An adverb or な-adjective that expresses the highest degree or utmost extent of something, often used in formal or literary contexts. Stronger and more formal than とても (totemo) or 非常に (hijō ni).
- 極めて: A formal and strong way to express a high degree or extent. It is generally stronger than 「とても」 or 「非常に」. 「この上なく、非常に」という意味で、強調したいときに使われます。
- 至極: An adverb or な-adjective that expresses the highest degree or utmost extent of something, often used in formal or literary contexts. Stronger and more formal than とても (totemo) or 非常に (hijō ni).
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