synonym Comparative
お互い
VS
向こう
Differences Between "お互い" and "向こう"
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
向こう
Meaning
over there; the other side; the opposite side; beyond
Reading
むこう (mukō)
Syllabus Level
N3
Practical Example
道の向こうに大きな公園があります。
There is a big park across the street.
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.
- 向こう: Indicates a place or direction that is distant or on the opposite side. Can refer to a physical location (e.g., 向こうの山: the mountain over there) or a non-physical entity (e.g., 向こうの会社: the other company).
- お互い: Refers to a reciprocal action or relationship between two or more parties. Can be used as a noun or adverb.
- 向こう: Indicates a place or direction that is distant or on the opposite side. Can refer to a physical location (e.g., 向こうの山: the mountain over there) or a non-physical entity (e.g., 向こうの会社: the other company).
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