synonym Comparative
故障する
VS
是非
Differences Between "故障する" and "是非"
Option A
故障する
Meaning
to break down, to malfunction, to fail
Reading
こしょうする (koshō suru)
Syllabus Level
N3
Practical Example
古い冷蔵庫が急に故障してしまった。
The old refrigerator suddenly broke down.
Option B
是非
Meaning
by all means, definitely, without fail
Reading
ぜひ (zehi)
Syllabus Level
N3
Practical Example
今度、ぜひ私の家にも遊びに来てください。
Please do come visit my house next time, by all means.
Which one to use?
Select the correct Japanese word for this context
Which word fits this context: "(to break down, to malfunction, to fail)"?
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使い分け解説:
- 故障する: 主に機械やシステムなどが正常に動かなくなる状態を表します。人や生物には使いません。(Used mainly to describe machines or systems ceasing to function normally. Not used for people or living things.)
- 是非: Expresses a strong desire or request, often used with ください (kudasai) or たい (tai) forms. In a more formal context, it can also mean 'pros and cons' or 'right and wrong'.
- 故障する: 主に機械やシステムなどが正常に動かなくなる状態を表します。人や生物には使いません。(Used mainly to describe machines or systems ceasing to function normally. Not used for people or living things.)
- 是非: Expresses a strong desire or request, often used with ください (kudasai) or たい (tai) forms. In a more formal context, it can also mean 'pros and cons' or 'right and wrong'.
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