synonym Comparative
寄与
VS
奉仕
Differences Between "寄与" and "奉仕"
Option A
寄与
Meaning
contribution, service
Reading
きよ (kiyo)
Syllabus Level
N1
Practical Example
彼の研究は医療の発展に大きく寄与した。
His research greatly contributed to the advancement of medicine.
Option B
奉仕
Meaning
service; contribution; dedication; volunteer work
Reading
ほうし (houshi)
Syllabus Level
N1
Practical Example
彼は長年、地域社会のために奉仕活動を続けている。
He has been engaged in volunteer work for the community for many years.
Which one to use?
Select the correct Japanese word for this context
Which word fits this context: "(contribution, service)"?
🎉 正解 / Correct!
使い分け解説:
- 寄与: Usually used in formal contexts to describe making a positive contribution to a group, project, society, or cause. Often paired with 「〜に寄与する」. (組織、プロジェクト、社会、原因などに良い影響を与え、貢献することを表す、ややフォーマルな表現です。「〜に寄与する」の形でよく使われます。)
- 奉仕: Implies selfless service or dedication, often for a greater good, community, or even a deity. Can refer to volunteer work where no payment is expected. (見返りを求めず、公のため、社会のため、あるいは神仏のために尽くすこと。ボランティア活動など、無償での貢献を指すことが多い。)
- 寄与: Usually used in formal contexts to describe making a positive contribution to a group, project, society, or cause. Often paired with 「〜に寄与する」. (組織、プロジェクト、社会、原因などに良い影響を与え、貢献することを表す、ややフォーマルな表現です。「〜に寄与する」の形でよく使われます。)
- 奉仕: Implies selfless service or dedication, often for a greater good, community, or even a deity. Can refer to volunteer work where no payment is expected. (見返りを求めず、公のため、社会のため、あるいは神仏のために尽くすこと。ボランティア活動など、無償での貢献を指すことが多い。)
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