synonym Comparative
繊細
VS
きめ細やかな
Differences Between "繊細" and "きめ細やかな"
Option A
繊細
Meaning
delicate, subtle, fine, sensitive
Reading
せんさい (sensai)
Syllabus Level
N2
Practical Example
彼女は繊細な心の持ち主だ。
She has a delicate heart (is a sensitive person).
Option B
きめ細やかな
Meaning
fine-grained; meticulous; delicate; thorough
Reading
きめこまやかな (kimekomayaka na)
Syllabus Level
N2
Practical Example
このケーキはきめ細やかな生地で、とても口当たりが良い。
This cake has a fine-grained texture and a very pleasant mouthfeel.
Which one to use?
Select the correct Japanese word for this context
Which word fits this context: "(delicate, subtle, fine, sensitive)"?
🎉 正解 / Correct!
使い分け解説:
- 繊細: Can refer to physical delicacy (e.g., a delicate design, fine fabric) or emotional sensitivity (e.g., a sensitive person, subtle feelings). (細やかな性質や、感じやすい心を指す形容動詞です。)
- きめ細やかな: Often describes textures (e.g., skin, fabric), detailed work, or careful consideration. It has a positive connotation, implying high quality or thoroughness. (肌や生地のきめ、仕事の丁寧さ、配慮の行き届いた様子などを表す際に使われ、肯定的で質の高さを意味します。)
- 繊細: Can refer to physical delicacy (e.g., a delicate design, fine fabric) or emotional sensitivity (e.g., a sensitive person, subtle feelings). (細やかな性質や、感じやすい心を指す形容動詞です。)
- きめ細やかな: Often describes textures (e.g., skin, fabric), detailed work, or careful consideration. It has a positive connotation, implying high quality or thoroughness. (肌や生地のきめ、仕事の丁寧さ、配慮の行き届いた様子などを表す際に使われ、肯定的で質の高さを意味します。)
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