synonym Comparative
向こう
VS
おかず
Differences Between "向こう" and "おかず"
Option A
向こう
Meaning
over there, the other side, opposite
Reading
むこう (mukou)
Syllabus Level
N4
Practical Example
道の向こうに学校があります。
There is a school on the other side of the road.
Option B
おかず
Meaning
side dish (to be eaten with rice)
Reading
おかず (okazu)
Syllabus Level
N4
Practical Example
今晩のおかずは魚です。
Tonight's side dish is fish.
Which one to use?
Select the correct Japanese word for this context
Which word fits this context: "(over there, the other side, opposite)"?
🎉 正解 / Correct!
使い分け解説:
- 向こう: Refers to a place or person that is opposite or on the other side, often at a distance or out of direct sight but discernible. Can also imply 'the other party' or 'the opponent'.
- おかず: Refers to any food item that accompanies rice in a Japanese meal, excluding the rice itself, soup, or pickles. It's the main accompaniment to rice.
- 向こう: Refers to a place or person that is opposite or on the other side, often at a distance or out of direct sight but discernible. Can also imply 'the other party' or 'the opponent'.
- おかず: Refers to any food item that accompanies rice in a Japanese meal, excluding the rice itself, soup, or pickles. It's the main accompaniment to rice.
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