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synonym Comparative
そろえる
VS
打ち合わせる

Differences Between "そろえる" and "打ち合わせる"

Option A
そろえる
Meaning
to make uniform, to arrange, to collect (all of something)
Reading
そろえる (soroeru)
Syllabus Level
N3
Practical Example
机の上をきれいにそろえた。
I neatly arranged the things on the desk.
Option B
打ち合わせる
Meaning
to arrange a meeting, to have a business meeting, to coordinate
Reading
うちあわせる (uchiawaseru)
Syllabus Level
N3
Practical Example
明日の会議について、部長と打ち合わせました。
I had a meeting with the department manager about tomorrow's conference.

Which one to use?

Select the correct Japanese word for this context

Which word fits this context: "(to make uniform, to arrange, to collect (all of something))"?
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使い分け解説:
- そろえる: A transitive verb. Often used for aligning things, making them uniform, or collecting a complete set. (例: 足並みをそろえる).
- 打ち合わせる: Refers to having a discussion or meeting, typically for business or planning purposes, to coordinate details or make decisions. Often used in the context of work.
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