synonym Comparative
連想
VS
懇親
Differences Between "連想" and "懇親"
Option A
連想
Meaning
association (of ideas), recall, mental association
Reading
れんそう (rensou)
Syllabus Level
N3
Practical Example
この歌を聴くと、いつも学生時代を連想する。
When I hear this song, I always associate it with my student days.
Option B
懇親
Meaning
friendly association, social gathering, fellowship
Reading
こんしん (konshin)
Syllabus Level
N2
Practical Example
会社の懇親会で新しい同僚と親睦を深めた。
I deepened my friendship with new colleagues at the company's social gathering.
Which one to use?
Select the correct Japanese word for this context
Which word fits this context: "(association (of ideas), recall, mental association)"?
🎉 正解 / Correct!
使い分け解説:
- 連想: Noun, often used as a verb with `する` (連想する). It means to associate one idea or image with another in one's mind, or to bring something to mind through association.
- 懇親: Refers to deepening friendships or camaraderie, often through a gathering or event. It implies developing closer ties and mutual understanding.
- 連想: Noun, often used as a verb with `する` (連想する). It means to associate one idea or image with another in one's mind, or to bring something to mind through association.
- 懇親: Refers to deepening friendships or camaraderie, often through a gathering or event. It implies developing closer ties and mutual understanding.
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