synonym Comparative
まず
VS
一番
Differences Between "まず" and "一番"
Option A
まず
Meaning
first of all, first, to begin with
Reading
まず (mazu)
Syllabus Level
N3
Practical Example
家に帰ったら、まず手を洗います。
When I get home, I first wash my hands.
Option B
一番
Meaning
number one; first; best; most
Reading
いちばん (ichiban)
Syllabus Level
N3
Practical Example
日本で一番高い山は富士山です。
The highest mountain in Japan is Mt. Fuji.
Which one to use?
Select the correct Japanese word for this context
Which word fits this context: "(first of all, first, to begin with)"?
🎉 正解 / Correct!
使い分け解説:
- まず: Used to indicate the first action or step in a sequence. Often used when giving instructions or explaining a procedure. (何かを始める際の「最初の手順」や「最初にすること」を言うときに使います。)
- 一番: Can mean 'first' in order, 'number one' in rank, or 'most' when used with an adjective or adverb to form a superlative expression.
- まず: Used to indicate the first action or step in a sequence. Often used when giving instructions or explaining a procedure. (何かを始める際の「最初の手順」や「最初にすること」を言うときに使います。)
- 一番: Can mean 'first' in order, 'number one' in rank, or 'most' when used with an adjective or adverb to form a superlative expression.
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