synonym Comparative
凌ぐ
VS
気丈
Differences Between "凌ぐ" and "気丈"
Option A
凌ぐ
Meaning
to endure, to brave, to get over, to tide over, to surpass
Reading
しのぐ (shinogu)
Syllabus Level
N2
Practical Example
寒い冬を暖炉の火で凌いだ。
We endured the cold winter with the fireplace.
Option B
気丈
Meaning
strong-minded, brave, stouthearted, courageous (especially in grief or difficulty)
Reading
きじょう (kijou)
Syllabus Level
N2
Practical Example
彼女は悲しい出来事があったが、気丈に振る舞った。
Despite the sad event, she acted bravely/composedly.
Which one to use?
Select the correct Japanese word for this context
Which word fits this context: "(to endure, to brave, to get over, to tide over, to surpass)"?
🎉 正解 / Correct!
使い分け解説:
- 凌ぐ: 困難や苦境を乗り越える、または、他よりも優れていることを表す他動詞です。/ A transitive verb meaning to overcome difficulties or hardships, or to excel/surpass others.
- 気丈: Describes someone who appears strong and composed, especially when enduring hardship, grief, or pain, even if they are suffering internally. 困難な状況でも動揺せず、しっかりしている様子。
- 凌ぐ: 困難や苦境を乗り越える、または、他よりも優れていることを表す他動詞です。/ A transitive verb meaning to overcome difficulties or hardships, or to excel/surpass others.
- 気丈: Describes someone who appears strong and composed, especially when enduring hardship, grief, or pain, even if they are suffering internally. 困難な状況でも動揺せず、しっかりしている様子。
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