synonym Comparative
劣る
VS
落伍
Differences Between "劣る" and "落伍"
Option A
劣る
Meaning
to be inferior to, to be less than, to fall behind
Reading
おとる (otoru)
Syllabus Level
N2
Practical Example
彼の能力は私に劣る。
His ability is inferior to mine.
Option B
落伍
Meaning
falling behind, dropping out, straggling
Reading
らくご (rakugo)
Syllabus Level
N1
Practical Example
彼はマラソンで集団から落伍してしまった。
He fell behind the main group in the marathon.
Which one to use?
Select the correct Japanese word for this context
Which word fits this context: "(to be inferior to, to be less than, to fall behind)"?
🎉 正解 / Correct!
使い分け解説:
- 劣る: Often used to compare two things or people, indicating one is less skilled, quality, or performance. Can be used with 「に」 (e.g., AはBに劣る).
- 落伍: Refers to failing to keep pace with a group, falling behind, or dropping out of a competition/progression. Can imply failure or disadvantage. (集団の歩調に遅れること、競争から脱落すること、進歩についていけないことを指す。失敗や不利な状況を暗示することがある。)
- 劣る: Often used to compare two things or people, indicating one is less skilled, quality, or performance. Can be used with 「に」 (e.g., AはBに劣る).
- 落伍: Refers to failing to keep pace with a group, falling behind, or dropping out of a competition/progression. Can imply failure or disadvantage. (集団の歩調に遅れること、競争から脱落すること、進歩についていけないことを指す。失敗や不利な状況を暗示することがある。)
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