synonym Comparative
波
VS
翻す
Differences Between "波" and "翻す"
Option A
波
Meaning
wave
Reading
なみ (nami)
Syllabus Level
N4
Practical Example
海岸には大きな波がありました。
There were big waves on the coast.
Option B
翻す
Meaning
to turn over; to flip over; to change (one's mind, policy); to wave (a flag)
Reading
ひるがえす (hirugaesu)
Syllabus Level
N1
Practical Example
彼は一度決めたことを簡単に翻さない。
He doesn't easily change his mind once he's decided something.
Which one to use?
Select the correct Japanese word for this context
Which word fits this context: "(wave)"?
🎉 正解 / Correct!
使い分け解説:
- 波: Refers to ocean waves, sound waves, or radio waves. Can also metaphorically mean a trend or movement (e.g., 時代の波 - nami of the times).
- 翻す: Often used for physical turning/waving (e.g., flag) or for abruptly changing a decision, plan, or stance. (物理的にひるがえす動作のほか、意見や方針などを急に変更する際にも用いられます。)
- 波: Refers to ocean waves, sound waves, or radio waves. Can also metaphorically mean a trend or movement (e.g., 時代の波 - nami of the times).
- 翻す: Often used for physical turning/waving (e.g., flag) or for abruptly changing a decision, plan, or stance. (物理的にひるがえす動作のほか、意見や方針などを急に変更する際にも用いられます。)
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