synonym Comparative
今度
VS
おかわり
Differences Between "今度" and "おかわり"
Option A
今度
Meaning
next time; another time; this time
Reading
こんど (kondo)
Syllabus Level
N4
Practical Example
今度、一緒に映画を見に行きませんか。
Would you like to go see a movie together next time?
Option B
おかわり
Meaning
second helping, another serving
Reading
おかわり (okawari)
Syllabus Level
N3
Practical Example
このラーメン、とても美味しいのでおかわりください！
This ramen is delicious, so please give me another serving!
Which one to use?
Select the correct Japanese word for this context
Which word fits this context: "(next time; another time; this time)"?
🎉 正解 / Correct!
使い分け解説:
- 今度: Mainly refers to 'next time' or 'another time' in the future. Can also mean 'this time' or 'the last time' depending on context (e.g., この度). Often used when making future plans or suggestions.
- おかわり: Used when asking for or offering another portion of food or drink. It's an informal expression.
- 今度: Mainly refers to 'next time' or 'another time' in the future. Can also mean 'this time' or 'the last time' depending on context (e.g., この度). Often used when making future plans or suggestions.
- おかわり: Used when asking for or offering another portion of food or drink. It's an informal expression.
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