synonym Comparative
進路
VS
歩む
Differences Between "進路" and "歩む"
Option A
進路
Meaning
future path; course; career path
Reading
しんろ (shinro)
Syllabus Level
N3
Practical Example
高校生は卒業後の進路についてよく考えます。
High school students often think carefully about their future path after graduation.
Option B
歩む
Meaning
to walk; to go on foot; to follow (a path); to experience; to progress
Reading
あゆむ (ayumu)
Syllabus Level
N2
Practical Example
私たちは困難な道を共に歩んできた。
We have walked a difficult path together.
Which one to use?
Select the correct Japanese word for this context
Which word fits this context: "(future path; course; career path)"?
🎉 正解 / Correct!
使い分け解説:
- 進路: Refers to one's future direction in life, particularly regarding education, career, or life choices after a significant event like graduation. Can also refer to a physical course or route. (将来の進む道。特に、学校卒業後の進学先や就職先など、人生の選択肢について話す際によく使われる。)
- 歩む: A more formal or literary word for 'to walk' or 'to proceed', often used metaphorically for one's life path, journey, or progress. (「歩く」よりも堅い表現で、人生の道のりや進歩など、比喩的に使われることが多い。)
- 進路: Refers to one's future direction in life, particularly regarding education, career, or life choices after a significant event like graduation. Can also refer to a physical course or route. (将来の進む道。特に、学校卒業後の進学先や就職先など、人生の選択肢について話す際によく使われる。)
- 歩む: A more formal or literary word for 'to walk' or 'to proceed', often used metaphorically for one's life path, journey, or progress. (「歩く」よりも堅い表現で、人生の道のりや進歩など、比喩的に使われることが多い。)
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