synonym Comparative
元々
VS
手始め
Differences Between "元々" and "手始め"
Option A
元々
Meaning
originally, from the start, by nature, inherently
Reading
もともと (motomoto)
Syllabus Level
N2
Practical Example
彼は元々体が弱かった。
He was originally weak from birth.
Option B
手始め
Meaning
start, beginning, first step
Reading
てはじめ (tehajime)
Syllabus Level
N2
Practical Example
まずは手始めに資料を集めることから始めよう。
First, let's start by gathering materials.
Which one to use?
Select the correct Japanese word for this context
Which word fits this context: "(originally, from the start, by nature, inherently)"?
🎉 正解 / Correct!
使い分け解説:
- 元々: Indicates something was a certain way from the beginning, or is inherently so. Often used to contrast with a current situation.
- 手始め: Refers to the initial action or first step in a series of tasks or an endeavor. Often used with 「手始めに」 (to begin with).
- 元々: Indicates something was a certain way from the beginning, or is inherently so. Often used to contrast with a current situation.
- 手始め: Refers to the initial action or first step in a series of tasks or an endeavor. Often used with 「手始めに」 (to begin with).
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