synonym Comparative
さっと
VS
うってかわって
Differences Between "さっと" and "うってかわって"
Option A
さっと
Meaning
quickly, suddenly, lightly, deftly
Reading
さっと (satto)
Syllabus Level
N2
Practical Example
彼はさっと立ち上がって、部屋を出て行った。
He quickly stood up and left the room.
Option B
うってかわって
Meaning
completely changed; entirely different; suddenly
Reading
うってかわって (uttokawatte)
Syllabus Level
N2
Practical Example
昨日までの雨模様が、今日はうってかわって快晴だ。
The rainy weather until yesterday has completely changed to clear skies today.
Which one to use?
Select the correct Japanese word for this context
Which word fits this context: "(quickly, suddenly, lightly, deftly)"?
🎉 正解 / Correct!
使い分け解説:
- さっと: Describes an action done quickly, lightly, or suddenly. Often implies a swift, smooth movement or change. (素早く、軽やかに、または突然に何かをする様子を表します。素早い動きや変化を伴うことが多いです。)
- うってかわって: Used to describe a sudden and complete change in situation, atmosphere, or someone's attitude. Often implies a dramatic shift.
- さっと: Describes an action done quickly, lightly, or suddenly. Often implies a swift, smooth movement or change. (素早く、軽やかに、または突然に何かをする様子を表します。素早い動きや変化を伴うことが多いです。)
- うってかわって: Used to describe a sudden and complete change in situation, atmosphere, or someone's attitude. Often implies a dramatic shift.
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