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synonym Comparative
逮捕
VS
危惧

Differences Between "逮捕" and "危惧"

Option A
逮捕
Meaning
arrest, apprehension
Reading
たいほ (taiho)
Syllabus Level
N3
Practical Example
警察は容疑者を逮捕した。
The police arrested the suspect.
Option B
危惧
Meaning
fear, apprehension, misgivings, concern
Reading
きぐ (kigu)
Syllabus Level
N2
Practical Example
環境破壊が地球の未来に与える影響を危惧している。
I fear the impact of environmental destruction on the future of the Earth.

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Which word fits this context: "(arrest, apprehension)"?
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使い分け解説:
- 逮捕: A noun that is often used as a suru-verb (逮捕する) meaning 'to arrest'. Primarily used in contexts related to law enforcement and crime.
- 危惧: Expresses a strong concern or apprehension about a potential negative outcome or danger in the future. It's often used in more formal contexts than 恐れる (osoreru).
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