synonym Comparative
根幹
VS
基幹
Differences Between "根幹" and "基幹"
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
基幹
Meaning
core; foundation; backbone; key (e.g. industry)
Reading
きかん (kikan)
Syllabus Level
N1
Practical Example
鉄道は国の基幹産業の一つだ。
Railways are one of the core industries of the country.
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.
- 基幹: 組織やシステム、産業などにおいて、最も重要で中心となる部分を指します。物事の根幹を成すものです。(The most important and central part of an organization, system, or industry. It forms the backbone of something.)
- 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.
- 基幹: 組織やシステム、産業などにおいて、最も重要で中心となる部分を指します。物事の根幹を成すものです。(The most important and central part of an organization, system, or industry. It forms the backbone of something.)
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