synonym Comparative
大まか
VS
包括
Differences Between "大まか" and "包括"
Option A
大まか
Meaning
roughly, broadly, loosely, general, approximate
Reading
おおまか (oomaka)
Syllabus Level
N2
Practical Example
まずは計画を大まかに説明してください。
First, please explain the plan in broad terms.
Option B
包括
Meaning
inclusion, comprehensive, encompassment, cover broadly (often with する as a verb)
Reading
ほうかつ (houkatsu)
Syllabus Level
N2
Practical Example
その計画は、経済と環境の両面を包括的に検討している。
The plan comprehensively examines both economic and environmental aspects.
Which one to use?
Select the correct Japanese word for this context
Which word fits this context: "(roughly, broadly, loosely, general, approximate)"?
🎉 正解 / Correct!
使い分け解説:
- 大まか: Describes something that is rough, general, or approximate, without focusing on fine details. It implies a broad overview or a summary. It can be used positively (efficient) or negatively (lacking detail). Often used with an adverbial する.
- 包括: A noun, often used with 'する' (包括する) to mean 'to encompass' or 'to include broadly'. To include or encompass a wide range of things, often implying a general or overarching concept that contains many specifics.
- 大まか: Describes something that is rough, general, or approximate, without focusing on fine details. It implies a broad overview or a summary. It can be used positively (efficient) or negatively (lacking detail). Often used with an adverbial する.
- 包括: A noun, often used with 'する' (包括する) to mean 'to encompass' or 'to include broadly'. To include or encompass a wide range of things, often implying a general or overarching concept that contains many specifics.
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