synonym Comparative
精緻
VS
精巧な
Differences Between "精緻" and "精巧な"
Option A
精緻
Meaning
elaborate; exquisite; delicate; precise; intricate
Reading
せいち (seichi)
Syllabus Level
N1
Practical Example
この時計は精緻な部品で構成されている。
This watch is composed of intricate parts.
Option B
精巧な
Meaning
elaborate, exquisite
Reading
せいこうな (seikouna)
Syllabus Level
C1
Practical Example
これはとても精巧なですね。
This is very elaborate, exquisite, isn't it?
Which one to use?
Select the correct Japanese word for this context
Which word fits this context: "(elaborate; exquisite; delicate; precise; intricate)"?
🎉 正解 / Correct!
使い分け解説:
- 精緻: Describes something as being extremely precise, detailed, intricate, and carefully crafted. It implies a high level of sophistication and fine workmanship. Can be used as a な-adjective. (細部まで精密に作られている様子を表します)
- 精巧な: Essential structural term in CEFR C1 vocabulary syllabus. (CEFR C1語彙シラバスにおける重要表現です。)
- 精緻: Describes something as being extremely precise, detailed, intricate, and carefully crafted. It implies a high level of sophistication and fine workmanship. Can be used as a な-adjective. (細部まで精密に作られている様子を表します)
- 精巧な: Essential structural term in CEFR C1 vocabulary syllabus. (CEFR C1語彙シラバスにおける重要表現です。)
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