synonym Comparative
その他
VS
一服
Differences Between "その他" and "一服"
Option A
その他
Meaning
other; the rest; besides; etc.
Reading
そのた (sonota)
Syllabus Level
N3
Practical Example
旅行には着替え、パスポート、そしてその他必要なものを持って行きます。
For the trip, I'll bring a change of clothes, my passport, and other necessary items.
Option B
一服
Meaning
a dose (of medicine); a puff (of tobacco); a rest; a break
Reading
いっぷく (ippuku)
Syllabus Level
N2
Practical Example
仕事の合間に、庭で一服した。
I took a short break in the garden during work.
Which one to use?
Select the correct Japanese word for this context
Which word fits this context: "(other; the rest; besides; etc.)"?
🎉 正解 / Correct!
使い分け解説:
- その他: Used to refer to remaining items or categories after specific ones have been mentioned. It can function like 'etc.' or 'the others/rest.' 「～やその他」のように、いくつかの具体例を挙げた後に残りをまとめて指すときに使われます。
- 一服: Commonly used to mean 'taking a short break' or 'having a smoke (cigarette)' or 'taking medicine'. It implies a short, temporary cessation of activity. Often used with する (suru).
- その他: Used to refer to remaining items or categories after specific ones have been mentioned. It can function like 'etc.' or 'the others/rest.' 「～やその他」のように、いくつかの具体例を挙げた後に残りをまとめて指すときに使われます。
- 一服: Commonly used to mean 'taking a short break' or 'having a smoke (cigarette)' or 'taking medicine'. It implies a short, temporary cessation of activity. Often used with する (suru).
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