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synonym Comparative
終始
VS
終日

Differences Between "終始" and "終日"

Option A
終始
Meaning
throughout, from beginning to end, consistently
Reading
しゅうし (shūshi)
Syllabus Level
N2
Practical Example
彼は会議中、終始無言だった。
He remained silent throughout the meeting.
Option B
終日
Meaning
all day long, throughout the day
Reading
しゅうじつ (shūjitsu)
Syllabus Level
N2
Practical Example
明日は終日外出します。
I will be out all day tomorrow.

Which one to use?

Select the correct Japanese word for this context

Which word fits this context: "(throughout, from beginning to end, consistently)"?
🎉 正解 / Correct!
使い分け解説:
- 終始: Indicates that a certain state, action, or attitude continued without interruption from the start to the finish of an event or period.
- 終日: Refers to the entire duration of a single day, from morning until night. Often used in schedules or announcements.
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