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synonym Comparative
周到
VS
慎重

Differences Between "周到" and "慎重"

Option A
周到
Meaning
thorough, careful, meticulous
Reading
しゅうとう (shūtō)
Syllabus Level
N2
Practical Example
彼女は常に周到な準備をして会議に臨む。
She always attends meetings with thorough preparation.
Option B
慎重
Meaning
cautious, careful
Reading
しんちょう (shinchō)
Syllabus Level
N2
Practical Example
彼は何事にも慎重で、めったに失敗しない。
He is cautious in everything and rarely makes mistakes.

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Which word fits this context: "(thorough, careful, meticulous)"?
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使い分け解説:
- 周到: Implies careful preparation and attention to detail, leaving nothing to chance. 細部まで注意を払い、抜かりなく準備を行うこと。
- 慎重: 注意深く、物事をよく考えて行動する様子を表します。「慎重な人」のように形容動詞としても、「慎重に考える」のように副詞としても使われます。
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