synonym Comparative
明確な
VS
精密
Differences Between "明確な" and "精密"
Option A
明確な
Meaning
clear, precise, definite
Reading
めいかくな (meikaku na)
Syllabus Level
N3
Practical Example
彼の指示はいつも明確なので、迷うことがない。
His instructions are always clear, so I never get confused.
Option B
精密
Meaning
precise, elaborate, minute, accurate
Reading
せいみつ (seimitsu)
Syllabus Level
N2
Practical Example
精密な機械を作るには高い技術が必要です。
High skill is required to build precise machines.
Which one to use?
Select the correct Japanese word for this context
Which word fits this context: "(clear, precise, definite)"?
🎉 正解 / Correct!
使い分け解説:
- 明確な: 形容動詞 (な adjective). Used to describe something that is clear, explicit, or unambiguous. Often used for ideas, rules, or instructions. (曖昧でなく、はっきりしている様子を表す。)
- 精密: Refers to something made or done with great detail and accuracy, often used for machines, measurements, or plans. Used as a na-adjective. (非常に細かく、正確であること。機械や検査、計画などに対し用いられることが多い。「精密な検査」のように形容動詞として使う。)
- 明確な: 形容動詞 (な adjective). Used to describe something that is clear, explicit, or unambiguous. Often used for ideas, rules, or instructions. (曖昧でなく、はっきりしている様子を表す。)
- 精密: Refers to something made or done with great detail and accuracy, often used for machines, measurements, or plans. Used as a na-adjective. (非常に細かく、正確であること。機械や検査、計画などに対し用いられることが多い。「精密な検査」のように形容動詞として使う。)
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