synonym Comparative
輪郭
VS
雑駁
Differences Between "輪郭" and "雑駁"
Option A
輪郭
Meaning
outline, contour, profile, rough sketch
Reading
りんかく (rinkaku)
Syllabus Level
N1
Practical Example
遠くの山の輪郭が夕焼けに浮かび上がった。
The outline of the distant mountains emerged in the sunset.
Option B
雑駁
Meaning
crude, rough, unrefined, disorganized, superficial
Reading
ざっぱく (zappaku)
Syllabus Level
N1
Practical Example
彼の説明は雑駁で、よく理解できなかった。
His explanation was rough, and I couldn't understand it well.
Which one to use?
Select the correct Japanese word for this context
Which word fits this context: "(outline, contour, profile, rough sketch)"?
🎉 正解 / Correct!
使い分け解説:
- 輪郭: Refers to the outer shape or border of an object, or the general idea/framework of something abstract.
- 雑駁: Describes something (e.g., an idea, explanation, writing, argument) that lacks detail, is poorly structured, or is superficial. It carries a negative connotation, suggesting a lack of thoroughness or refinement.
- 輪郭: Refers to the outer shape or border of an object, or the general idea/framework of something abstract.
- 雑駁: Describes something (e.g., an idea, explanation, writing, argument) that lacks detail, is poorly structured, or is superficial. It carries a negative connotation, suggesting a lack of thoroughness or refinement.
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