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synonym Comparative
拙劣
VS
手荒い

Differences Between "拙劣" and "手荒い"

Option A
拙劣
Meaning
clumsy, unskillful, crude, poor
Reading
せつれつ (setsuretsu)
Syllabus Level
N2
Practical Example
彼の書いた報告書は内容が拙劣で、上司に突き返された。
The report he wrote was poorly done and was returned by his boss.
Option B
手荒い
Meaning
rough, violent, harsh, crude
Reading
てあらい (tearai)
Syllabus Level
N2
Practical Example
彼は手荒い方法でドアを開けた。
He opened the door using a rough method.

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Which word fits this context: "(clumsy, unskillful, crude, poor)"?
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使い分け解説:
- 拙劣: 技術や表現が未熟で、出来栄えが悪いこと、質が低いことを表します。文章、絵画、演技など、作られたものや行われたことに対して使われます。(Describes something made or done poorly, lacking skill or sophistication and of low quality. Often used for writing, artwork, or performance.)
- 手荒い: 扱い方ややり方が乱暴で、穏やかでないこと。物理的な暴力だけでなく、言葉や対応がぞんざいな場合にも使われます。(Describes a way of handling or doing things that is rough and not gentle. It can be used not only for physical violence but also for rude words or responses.)
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