synonym Comparative
先例
VS
垂範
Differences Between "先例" and "垂範"
Option A
先例
Meaning
precedent, previous example
Reading
せんれい (senrei)
Syllabus Level
N2
Practical Example
この問題には先例がない。
There is no precedent for this issue.
Option B
垂範
Meaning
setting an example; demonstrating by one's own conduct
Reading
すいはん (suihan)
Syllabus Level
N1
Practical Example
社長は率先して垂範を示した。
The president took the initiative to set an example.
Which one to use?
Select the correct Japanese word for this context
Which word fits this context: "(precedent, previous example)"?
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使い分け解説:
- 先例: Refers to an earlier event or action that serves as an example or justification for subsequent similar cases. Often used in legal, historical, or formal contexts.
- 垂範: Typically used in the context of a leader or superior setting a good example for others to follow, often with 「する (suru)」 or 「示す (shimesu)」. (目上の人が模範を示す、という意味合いで使われます。)
- 先例: Refers to an earlier event or action that serves as an example or justification for subsequent similar cases. Often used in legal, historical, or formal contexts.
- 垂範: Typically used in the context of a leader or superior setting a good example for others to follow, often with 「する (suru)」 or 「示す (shimesu)」. (目上の人が模範を示す、という意味合いで使われます。)
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