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synonym Comparative
困難
VS
苦悩

Differences Between "困難" and "苦悩"

Option A
困難
Meaning
difficulty; hardship; trouble; distress
Reading
こんなん (konnan)
Syllabus Level
N3
Practical Example
言語の壁や文化の違いなど、海外での生活には数多くの_______が伴いますが、彼はそれらを楽しそうに克服していきました。
Many difficulties, such as language barriers and cultural differences, accompany living abroad, but he cheerfully overcame them.
Option B
苦悩
Meaning
suffering, distress, anguish
Reading
くのう (kunou)
Syllabus Level
N2
Practical Example
彼の顔には深い苦悩の表情が浮かんでいた。
A look of deep anguish was etched on his face.

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Which word fits this context: "(difficulty; hardship; trouble; distress)"?
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使い分け解説:
- 困難: Refers to a situation of difficulty, hardship, trouble, or distress that blocks progress. Often used as 困難に直面する or 困難な課題. ⚠️ Haruka's Voice Column: 'Difficulty! No matter what difficulties we face in the future, if we are together, we can overcome them easily! ...っ, I-I just said something incredibly embarrassing!' / 【ハルカ部長のワンポイント指導】『こんなん(困難)よ!これからどんな困難が立ち塞がろうともね、あんたと二人なら、何だって簡単に乗り越えられるわ!…って、私、今すっごく恥ずかしいこと言ったわね…っ!忘れて!』
- 苦悩: Describes deep mental or emotional pain, often related to difficult situations, moral dilemmas, or persistent problems. 困難な状況、道徳的なジレンマ、または根深い問題に関連する、深い精神的または感情的な苦痛を説明します。
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