synonym Comparative
指示する
VS
指導する
Differences Between "指示する" and "指導する"
Option A
指示する
Meaning
to instruct, to direct, to indicate
Reading
しじする (shiji suru)
Syllabus Level
N3
Practical Example
先生が生徒たちに宿題を指示した。
The teacher instructed the students about their homework.
Option B
指導する
Meaning
to guide, to instruct, to coach, to lead
Reading
しどうする (shidou suru)
Syllabus Level
N3
Practical Example
先生は生徒たちに宿題のやり方を指導した。
The teacher instructed the students on how to do their homework.
Which one to use?
Select the correct Japanese word for this context
Which word fits this context: "(to instruct, to direct, to indicate)"?
🎉 正解 / Correct!
使い分け解説:
- 指示する: To give directions or commands to someone, or to point something out. Often used in workplaces or educational settings. (誰かに指示や命令を出すこと、あるいは何かを指し示すこと。職場や教育の場面でよく使われます。)
- 指導する: To teach or direct someone with expertise and authority, often implying a role like a teacher, coach, or mentor. (専門知識や権威を持って誰かに教えたり、導いたりすること。教師やコーチ、指導者などの役割で使われることが多いです。)
- 指示する: To give directions or commands to someone, or to point something out. Often used in workplaces or educational settings. (誰かに指示や命令を出すこと、あるいは何かを指し示すこと。職場や教育の場面でよく使われます。)
- 指導する: To teach or direct someone with expertise and authority, often implying a role like a teacher, coach, or mentor. (専門知識や権威を持って誰かに教えたり、導いたりすること。教師やコーチ、指導者などの役割で使われることが多いです。)
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