synonym Comparative
探る
VS
回覧
Differences Between "探る" and "回覧"
Option A
探る
Meaning
to search for, to feel around for, to grope for, to probe, to explore, to investigate
Reading
さぐる (saguru)
Syllabus Level
N2
Practical Example
ポケットの中を手で探る。
To grope in one's pocket.
Option B
回覧
Meaning
circulation, passing around (of documents/notices)
Reading
かいらん (kairan)
Syllabus Level
N2
Practical Example
そのお知らせは、職場で回覧された。
That notice was circulated at work.
Which one to use?
Select the correct Japanese word for this context
Which word fits this context: "(to search for, to feel around for, to grope for, to probe, to explore, to investigate)"?
🎉 正解 / Correct!
使い分け解説:
- 探る: Can refer to physically searching by touch (e.g., in a pocket), or metaphorically investigating/probing into a situation, a person's feelings, or a secret. 手で触って探す、または物事の真相や相手の意図などを調べる。
- 回覧: Usually refers to written materials (documents, notices, magazines) being passed from person to person for reading, often within a company, school, or neighborhood. 複数の人に情報を共有する行為です。
- 探る: Can refer to physically searching by touch (e.g., in a pocket), or metaphorically investigating/probing into a situation, a person's feelings, or a secret. 手で触って探す、または物事の真相や相手の意図などを調べる。
- 回覧: Usually refers to written materials (documents, notices, magazines) being passed from person to person for reading, often within a company, school, or neighborhood. 複数の人に情報を共有する行為です。
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