synonym Comparative
凌ぐ
VS
凌駕する
Differences Between "凌ぐ" and "凌駕する"
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
凌駕する
Meaning
to excel, to surpass, to outdo
Reading
りょうがする (ryōga suru)
Syllabus Level
N1
Practical Example
彼の才能は同年代の他の選手を凌駕している。
His talent surpasses that of other athletes of the same age.
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.
- 凌駕する: Indicates exceeding something in ability, quality, or quantity. Often used in competitive or comparative contexts. (乗り越えて上に立つこと)
- 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.
- 凌駕する: Indicates exceeding something in ability, quality, or quantity. Often used in competitive or comparative contexts. (乗り越えて上に立つこと)
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