synonym Comparative
屈指
VS
急先鋒
Differences Between "屈指" and "急先鋒"
Option A
屈指
Meaning
leading, foremost, pre-eminent, one of the best
Reading
くっし (kusshi)
Syllabus Level
N2
Practical Example
彼は日本屈指のピアニストだ。
He is one of Japan's leading pianists.
Option B
急先鋒
Meaning
pioneer, trailblazer, vanguard, leading figure (in a movement)
Reading
きゅうせんぽう (kyuusenpou)
Syllabus Level
N1
Practical Example
彼はその分野における環境保護運動の急先鋒だ。
He is a leading figure in the environmental protection movement in that field.
Which one to use?
Select the correct Japanese word for this context
Which word fits this context: "(leading, foremost, pre-eminent, one of the best)"?
🎉 正解 / Correct!
使い分け解説:
- 屈指: Used to describe something or someone that is among the very best or most prominent in its category, often implying it could be counted on one's fingers. 指を折って数えるほど優れている、という意味合いで使われます。
- 急先鋒: Refers to someone who is at the forefront of a new movement, idea, or initiative, often taking the lead and pushing for change. Can also be used in sports for an aggressive attacker.
- 屈指: Used to describe something or someone that is among the very best or most prominent in its category, often implying it could be counted on one's fingers. 指を折って数えるほど優れている、という意味合いで使われます。
- 急先鋒: Refers to someone who is at the forefront of a new movement, idea, or initiative, often taking the lead and pushing for change. Can also be used in sports for an aggressive attacker.
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