synonym Comparative
綿密な
VS
きめ細やかな
Differences Between "綿密な" and "きめ細やかな"
Option A
綿密な
Meaning
detailed, elaborate, careful, meticulous
Reading
めんみつな (menmitsuna)
Syllabus Level
N2
Practical Example
彼は綿密な計画を立てて旅行に行った。
He made meticulous plans and went on a trip.
Option B
きめ細やかな
Meaning
fine-grained; meticulous; delicate; thorough
Reading
きめこまやかな (kimekomayaka na)
Syllabus Level
N2
Practical Example
このケーキはきめ細やかな生地で、とても口当たりが良い。
This cake has a fine-grained texture and a very pleasant mouthfeel.
Which one to use?
Select the correct Japanese word for this context
Which word fits this context: "(detailed, elaborate, careful, meticulous)"?
🎉 正解 / Correct!
使い分け解説:
- 綿密な: Describes plans, investigations, or preparations that are done very thoroughly with attention to every small detail. (計画、調査、準備などが細部にわたって注意深く、徹底的に行われている様子を表します。)
- きめ細やかな: Often describes textures (e.g., skin, fabric), detailed work, or careful consideration. It has a positive connotation, implying high quality or thoroughness. (肌や生地のきめ、仕事の丁寧さ、配慮の行き届いた様子などを表す際に使われ、肯定的で質の高さを意味します。)
- 綿密な: Describes plans, investigations, or preparations that are done very thoroughly with attention to every small detail. (計画、調査、準備などが細部にわたって注意深く、徹底的に行われている様子を表します。)
- きめ細やかな: Often describes textures (e.g., skin, fabric), detailed work, or careful consideration. It has a positive connotation, implying high quality or thoroughness. (肌や生地のきめ、仕事の丁寧さ、配慮の行き届いた様子などを表す際に使われ、肯定的で質の高さを意味します。)
Want to boost your Japanese vocabulary?
Project Eagle automatically tracks and targets your weak words using AI. Practice thousands of operational exams completely for free!