synonym Comparative
趣向
VS
趣き
Differences Between "趣向" and "趣き"
Option A
趣向
Meaning
device, contrivance, idea, plan, taste, preference, design
Reading
しゅこう (shukō)
Syllabus Level
N2
Practical Example
彼女は料理の趣向が凝っている。
Her cooking has an elaborate design/taste.
Option B
趣き
Meaning
atmosphere, taste, elegance, charm, gist
Reading
おもむき (omomuki)
Syllabus Level
N2
Practical Example
古い旅館には独特の趣きがある。／彼の話の趣きが分からなかった。
The old ryokan has a unique charm. / I didn't understand the gist of his story.
Which one to use?
Select the correct Japanese word for this context
Which word fits this context: "(device, contrivance, idea, plan, taste, preference, design)"?
🎉 正解 / Correct!
使い分け解説:
- 趣向: Refers to an idea, device, or plan conceived for a particular purpose, often to add interest, novelty, or a specific aesthetic. Also refers to one's taste or preference in design or entertainment. (面白さや工夫を凝らした趣向、または好みやセンスを指す。)
- 趣き: Often refers to a distinctive atmosphere, charm, or character, especially in an aesthetic sense. Can also mean 'gist' or 'point'. (特に美的な意味合いで、独特の雰囲気、風情、味わいを指すことが多い。話の「趣旨」という意味で使われることもある)
- 趣向: Refers to an idea, device, or plan conceived for a particular purpose, often to add interest, novelty, or a specific aesthetic. Also refers to one's taste or preference in design or entertainment. (面白さや工夫を凝らした趣向、または好みやセンスを指す。)
- 趣き: Often refers to a distinctive atmosphere, charm, or character, especially in an aesthetic sense. Can also mean 'gist' or 'point'. (特に美的な意味合いで、独特の雰囲気、風情、味わいを指すことが多い。話の「趣旨」という意味で使われることもある)
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