synonym Comparative
すぐ
VS
留守
Differences Between "すぐ" and "留守"
Option A
すぐ
Meaning
immediately, soon, right away
Reading
すぐ (sugu)
Syllabus Level
N4
Practical Example
彼はすぐにここに来ます。
He will come here right away.
Option B
留守
Meaning
absence; being away from home
Reading
るす (rusu)
Syllabus Level
N4
Practical Example
友達の家に行ったら、留守だった。
When I went to my friend's house, they were out.
Which one to use?
Select the correct Japanese word for this context
Which word fits this context: "(immediately, soon, right away)"?
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使い分け解説:
- すぐ: An adverb indicating that something will happen quickly or without delay, or is in close proximity.
- 留守: Used to describe someone not being at home or in the office. Often used with 「〜を留守にする」 (to be away from home) or 「留守番」 (looking after the house while someone is away).
- すぐ: An adverb indicating that something will happen quickly or without delay, or is in close proximity.
- 留守: Used to describe someone not being at home or in the office. Often used with 「〜を留守にする」 (to be away from home) or 「留守番」 (looking after the house while someone is away).
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