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synonym Comparative
直す
VS
修理する

Differences Between "直す" and "修理する"

Option A
直す
Meaning
to fix, to repair; to correct
Reading
なおす (naosu)
Syllabus Level
N4
Practical Example
壊れた自転車を自分で直しました。
I fixed the broken bicycle myself.
Option B
修理する
Meaning
to repair, to fix
Reading
しゅうりする (shuurisuru)
Syllabus Level
N4
Practical Example
壊れた時計を修理しました。
I repaired the broken watch.

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使い分け解説:
- 直す: Transitive verb. Used for repairing broken items, correcting mistakes, or changing something to a proper state. 悪い状態を良い状態に戻す。
- 修理する: Typically used for fixing objects like machines, vehicles, or broken household items. (例: 車を修理する - to repair a car)
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