synonym Comparative
論外
VS
詮議
Differences Between "論外" and "詮議"
Option A
論外
Meaning
out of the question, unthinkable, beyond discussion
Reading
ろんがい (rongai)
Syllabus Level
N2
Practical Example
そのような行為は常識的に論外だ。
Such an act is out of the question in terms of common sense.
Option B
詮議
Meaning
Discussion; inquiry; deliberation (often with a focus on determining facts or responsibility, or finding a solution)
Reading
せんぎ (sengi)
Syllabus Level
N1
Practical Example
その汚職疑惑については、徹底的な詮議が行われることになった。
A thorough inquiry was decided upon regarding the corruption allegations.
Which one to use?
Select the correct Japanese word for this context
Which word fits this context: "(out of the question, unthinkable, beyond discussion)"?
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使い分け解説:
- 論外: Used to dismiss something as entirely inappropriate, irrelevant, or absurd, not even worth considering or discussing. Strong negative connotation.
- 詮議: Implies a serious, thorough discussion or investigation, often to clarify guilt or responsibility, or to resolve a complex, sometimes controversial, issue. Has a somewhat formal or investigative tone.
- 論外: Used to dismiss something as entirely inappropriate, irrelevant, or absurd, not even worth considering or discussing. Strong negative connotation.
- 詮議: Implies a serious, thorough discussion or investigation, often to clarify guilt or responsibility, or to resolve a complex, sometimes controversial, issue. Has a somewhat formal or investigative tone.
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