synonym Comparative
探る
VS
しゅんとする
Differences Between "探る" and "しゅんとする"
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
しゅんとする
Meaning
to feel dejected, to look crestfallen, to droop
Reading
しゅんとする (shun to suru)
Syllabus Level
N2
Practical Example
先生に叱られて、子供はしゅんとしてしまった。
The child became crestfallen after being scolded by the teacher.
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。
- しゅんとする: An onomatopoeic expression describing a sudden feeling of sadness, disappointment, or dejection, often visible in one's posture, expression, or mood. It can also describe plants drooping.
- 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。
- しゅんとする: An onomatopoeic expression describing a sudden feeling of sadness, disappointment, or dejection, often visible in one's posture, expression, or mood. It can also describe plants drooping.
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