synonym Comparative
落ち込む
VS
おちつく
Differences Between "落ち込む" and "おちつく"
Option A
落ち込む
Meaning
to get depressed, to feel down, to be sad
Reading
おちこむ (ochikomu)
Syllabus Level
N3
Practical Example
試験に落ちて、彼はひどく落ち込んだ。
He got very depressed after failing the exam.
Option B
おちつく
Meaning
to calm down; to settle down; to feel at home
Reading
おちつく (ochitsuku)
Syllabus Level
N3
Practical Example
緊張していたが、深呼吸をして落ち着いた。
I was nervous, but I took a deep breath and calmed down.
Which one to use?
Select the correct Japanese word for this context
Which word fits this context: "(to get depressed, to feel down, to be sad)"?
🎉 正解 / Correct!
使い分け解説:
- 落ち込む: Used when someone feels down emotionally, sad, or depressed due to a failure, disappointment, or general low spirits. It implies a temporary state.
- おちつく: Used when a person or situation becomes calm or stable. Can also mean to feel relaxed and at home in a new place.
- 落ち込む: Used when someone feels down emotionally, sad, or depressed due to a failure, disappointment, or general low spirits. It implies a temporary state.
- おちつく: Used when a person or situation becomes calm or stable. Can also mean to feel relaxed and at home in a new place.
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