synonym Comparative
見劣りする
VS
備わる
Differences Between "見劣りする" and "備わる"
Option A
見劣りする
Meaning
to compare unfavorably; to be inferior in appearance/quality
Reading
みおとりする (mi-otori suru)
Syllabus Level
N2
Practical Example
この新しいデザインは、前のモデルと比べると少し見劣りする。
This new design is a bit inferior when compared to the previous model.
Option B
備わる
Meaning
to be equipped with, to be furnished with, to possess (talent, quality)
Reading
そなわる (sonawaru)
Syllabus Level
N2
Practical Example
彼にはリーダーシップが備わっている。
He possesses leadership qualities.
Which one to use?
Select the correct Japanese word for this context
Which word fits this context: "(to compare unfavorably; to be inferior in appearance/quality)"?
🎉 正解 / Correct!
使い分け解説:
- 見劣りする: When comparing two or more things, one is clearly not as good as the others in terms of quality, appearance, or performance. (他のものと比べて、質や見た目、性能などが劣っていることを表す。)
- 備わる: Indicates that something naturally possesses certain qualities or is inherently equipped with something. Often used for people's abilities or features of a place/object.
- 見劣りする: When comparing two or more things, one is clearly not as good as the others in terms of quality, appearance, or performance. (他のものと比べて、質や見た目、性能などが劣っていることを表す。)
- 備わる: Indicates that something naturally possesses certain qualities or is inherently equipped with something. Often used for people's abilities or features of a place/object.
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