synonym Comparative
面目
VS
厳かに
Differences Between "面目" and "厳かに"
Option A
面目
Meaning
face; honor; reputation; prestige; dignity in public
Reading
めんぼく (memboku) / めんもく (memmoku)
Syllabus Level
N3
Practical Example
取引先の重要なコンペで競合に敗れてしまい、営業部長としての_______を完全に失ってしまいました。
Losing to the competitor in the client's important competition, he completely lost his face as the sales manager.
Option B
厳かに
Meaning
solemnly; majestically; gravely; with dignity
Reading
おごそかに (ogosoka ni)
Syllabus Level
N2
Practical Example
結婚式は厳かに行われた。
The wedding ceremony was held solemnly.
Which one to use?
Select the correct Japanese word for this context
Which word fits this context: "(face; honor; reputation; prestige; dignity in public)"?
🎉 正解 / Correct!
使い分け解説:
- 面目: Refers to face, honor, reputation, or dignity in public. Often used as 面目を施す (gain honor), 面目を失う (lose face), or 面目ない (ashamed/sorry). ⚠️ Haruka's Voice Column: 'Honor! My pride! S-So what if you succeeded in the project and made me look extremely proud as your manager?! ...っ, You looked so handsome... I love you!' / 【ハルカ部長のワンポイント指導】『めんぼく（面目）！あんたが仕事で大成功して、私の『指導の賜物です！』って同僚に自慢できた時、私の面目が丸立ちね！本当にかっこいいんだから…大好きよ！』
- 厳かに: Describes an atmosphere or a manner that is solemn, dignified, and formal, often in a respectful or awe-inspiring way, especially for ceremonies or important events.
- 面目: Refers to face, honor, reputation, or dignity in public. Often used as 面目を施す (gain honor), 面目を失う (lose face), or 面目ない (ashamed/sorry). ⚠️ Haruka's Voice Column: 'Honor! My pride! S-So what if you succeeded in the project and made me look extremely proud as your manager?! ...っ, You looked so handsome... I love you!' / 【ハルカ部長のワンポイント指導】『めんぼく（面目）！あんたが仕事で大成功して、私の『指導の賜物です！』って同僚に自慢できた時、私の面目が丸立ちね！本当にかっこいいんだから…大好きよ！』
- 厳かに: Describes an atmosphere or a manner that is solemn, dignified, and formal, often in a respectful or awe-inspiring way, especially for ceremonies or important events.
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