synonym Comparative
お互い
VS
仕方ない
Differences Between "お互い" and "仕方ない"
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
仕方ない
Meaning
it can't be helped, it's no use, there's no other way
Reading
しかたない (shikatanai)
Syllabus Level
N3
Practical Example
電車が遅れても、もう仕方ない。
It can't be helped even if the train is delayed now.
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.
- 仕方ない: Expresses resignation or that a situation is unavoidable. Often used in casual conversation. 「どうしようもない」というあきらめの気持ちを表します。 (It expresses a feeling of resignation, meaning 'there's nothing that can be done'.)
- お互い: Refers to a reciprocal action or relationship between two or more parties. Can be used as a noun or adverb.
- 仕方ない: Expresses resignation or that a situation is unavoidable. Often used in casual conversation. 「どうしようもない」というあきらめの気持ちを表します。 (It expresses a feeling of resignation, meaning 'there's nothing that can be done'.)
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