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synonym Comparative
根幹
VS
基本

Differences Between "根幹" and "基本"

Option A
根幹
Meaning
root, foundation, core, backbone
Reading
こんかん (konkan)
Syllabus Level
N1
Practical Example
教育は社会の根幹をなすものだ。
Education forms the foundation of society.
Option B
基本
Meaning
basics, foundation
Reading
きほん (kihon)
Syllabus Level
B1
Practical Example
私は基本に興味があります。
I am interested in basics, foundation.

Which one to use?

Select the correct Japanese word for this context

Which word fits this context: "(root, foundation, core, backbone)"?
🎉 正解 / Correct!
使い分け解説:
- 根幹: Refers to the fundamental and most important part of something, essential for its existence or function. Often used for abstract concepts like systems or theories.
- 基本: Essential structural term in CEFR B1 vocabulary syllabus. (CEFR B1語彙シラバスにおける重要表現です。)
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