synonym Comparative
お互い
VS
各自
Differences Between "お互い" and "各自"
Option A
お互い
Meaning
each other, mutual
Reading
おたがい (otagai)
Syllabus Level
N3
Practical Example
困った時は、お互い助け合いましょう。
When we're in trouble, let's help each other.
Option B
各自
Meaning
Each person, individually, respectively
Reading
かくじ (kakuji)
Syllabus Level
N3
Practical Example
昼食は各自で用意してください。
Please prepare your own lunch.
Which one to use?
Select the correct Japanese word for this context
Which word fits this context: "(each other, mutual)"?
🎉 正解 / Correct!
使い分け解説:
- お互い: Refers to a reciprocal action or relationship between two or more parties. Can be used as a noun or adverb.
- 各自: Used to instruct or describe actions that each individual should perform on their own. Often implies responsibility or independence.
- お互い: Refers to a reciprocal action or relationship between two or more parties. Can be used as a noun or adverb.
- 各自: Used to instruct or describe actions that each individual should perform on their own. Often implies responsibility or independence.
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