synonym Comparative
精通
VS
卑近
Differences Between "精通" and "卑近"
Option A
精通
Meaning
being well-versed in, being thoroughly familiar with, having expert knowledge
Reading
せいつう (seitsū)
Syllabus Level
N2
Practical Example
彼はIT技術に精通しており、頼りになる存在だ。
He is well-versed in IT technology and is a reliable person.
Option B
卑近
Meaning
familiar; common; commonplace; trivial; humble (often used to describe examples or topics)
Reading
ひきん (hikin)
Syllabus Level
N1
Practical Example
卑近な例を挙げて説明しましょう。
Let me explain using a familiar example.
Which one to use?
Select the correct Japanese word for this context
Which word fits this context: "(being well-versed in, being thoroughly familiar with, having expert knowledge)"?
🎉 正解 / Correct!
使い分け解説:
- 精通: Implies a deep and comprehensive understanding of a specific subject or skill. (例: その分野に精通している)
- 卑近: Often used to describe examples, topics, or issues that are close at hand, easy to understand, and not grand or abstract. It can sometimes carry a slight implication of being too common or humble, but is generally used neutrally to mean "relatable" or "everyday." (身近でわかりやすいこと、日常的な例などを指す。複雑でない、一般的な事柄を説明する際に使われる。)
- 精通: Implies a deep and comprehensive understanding of a specific subject or skill. (例: その分野に精通している)
- 卑近: Often used to describe examples, topics, or issues that are close at hand, easy to understand, and not grand or abstract. It can sometimes carry a slight implication of being too common or humble, but is generally used neutrally to mean "relatable" or "everyday." (身近でわかりやすいこと、日常的な例などを指す。複雑でない、一般的な事柄を説明する際に使われる。)
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