synonym Comparative
列
VS
一筋
Differences Between "列" and "一筋"
Option A
列
Meaning
queue, line, row, column
Reading
れつ (retsu)
Syllabus Level
N3
Practical Example
コンサートのチケットを買うために長い列に並んだ。
I stood in a long line to buy concert tickets.
Option B
一筋
Meaning
(1) single line/thread; (2) earnestly; wholeheartedly; single-mindedly
Reading
ひとすじ (hitosuji)
Syllabus Level
N2
Practical Example
彼女は研究一筋の人生を送ってきた。
She has lived a life solely dedicated to research.
Which one to use?
Select the correct Japanese word for this context
Which word fits this context: "(queue, line, row, column)"?
🎉 正解 / Correct!
使い分け解説:
- 列: Refers to an arrangement of people or things in a straight line or sequence. Commonly used for waiting lines (行列 gyōretsu) or rows of seats. Can also refer to a column in a table.
- 一筋: When used as 一筋に or 一筋の, it often implies dedication to one thing or a straightforward path/way.
- 列: Refers to an arrangement of people or things in a straight line or sequence. Commonly used for waiting lines (行列 gyōretsu) or rows of seats. Can also refer to a column in a table.
- 一筋: When used as 一筋に or 一筋の, it often implies dedication to one thing or a straightforward path/way.
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