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synonym Comparative
施行
VS
転用

Differences Between "施行" and "転用"

Option A
施行
Meaning
enforcement (of a law), putting into effect, implementation
Reading
しこう (shikō)
Syllabus Level
N2
Practical Example
新しい法律は来月から施行される。
The new law will be enforced starting next month.
Option B
転用
Meaning
diversion, conversion, putting to another use
Reading
てんよう (ten'yō)
Syllabus Level
N2
Practical Example
この古い工場は、美術館として転用されることになった。
This old factory was decided to be converted into an art museum.

Which one to use?

Select the correct Japanese word for this context

Which word fits this context: "(enforcement (of a law), putting into effect, implementation)"?
🎉 正解 / Correct!
使い分け解説:
- 施行: 法律や条例などが実際に効力を発揮し、適用されることを指します。Primarily used for laws, ordinances, regulations, or policies being put into practice.
- 転用: Refers to using something for a purpose other than its original intended use. Can be positive (innovative reuse) or negative (misappropriation).
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