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synonym Comparative
見方
VS
蔑視

Differences Between "見方" and "蔑視"

Option A
見方
Meaning
way of looking, point of view, perspective
Reading
みかた (mikata)
Syllabus Level
N2
Practical Example
問題を違う見方で考えてみましょう。
Let's try thinking about the problem from a different perspective.
Option B
蔑視
Meaning
contempt, scorn, disdain, looking down on
Reading
べっし (besshi)
Syllabus Level
N1
Practical Example
彼はその文化を蔑視する発言をした。
He made a remark that showed contempt for that culture.

Which one to use?

Select the correct Japanese word for this context

Which word fits this context: "(way of looking, point of view, perspective)"?
🎉 正解 / Correct!
使い分け解説:
- 見方: Emphasizes the angle or approach one takes when perceiving something, often implying subjectivity.
- 蔑視: Implies looking down on someone or something, treating them as inferior, worthless, or deserving of contempt. It often relates to prejudice or discrimination and is a stronger term than '軽視' (keishi, slighting).
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