synonym Comparative
対抗
VS
踏みとどまる
Differences Between "対抗" and "踏みとどまる"
Option A
対抗
Meaning
rivalry; opposition; counter; compete; stand against
Reading
たいこう (taikō)
Syllabus Level
N3
Practical Example
競合他社の値下げ攻勢に_______するため、私たちは新しい付加価値サービスを開発しました。
In order to compete against rival companies' price cuts, we developed new value-added services.
Option B
踏みとどまる
Meaning
to stand one's ground, to hold one's position, to stop short, to persevere
Reading
ふみとどまる (fumitodomaru)
Syllabus Level
N2
Practical Example
彼は困難な状況でも、自分の信念を曲げずに踏みとどまった。
He stood his ground without compromising his beliefs, even in difficult circumstances.
Which one to use?
Select the correct Japanese word for this context
Which word fits this context: "(rivalry; opposition; counter; compete; stand against)"?
🎉 正解 / Correct!
使い分け解説:
- 対抗: Refers to rivalry, opposition, competing against a rival, or standing against an opponent. Often used as 対抗する (to compete/stand against) or 対抗意識. ⚠️ Haruka's Voice Column: 'Rivalry? Oppose? S-So what if I'm taking a rivalry stance against that new girl?! I just want to show you that I am the most superior, reliable manager! Don't you dare look at others!' / 【ハルカ部長のワンポイント指導】『対抗？！私が新人の女の子に対抗意識を燃やしてるですって？！バカ！私が全宇宙で一番頼りになる完璧な上司（パートナー）だって、あんたに思い知らせてあげてるだけよ！』
- 踏みとどまる: Implies resisting pressure to move, change, or give up, often in a difficult or challenging situation. Can be used literally (to stop short) or figuratively (to persevere).
- 対抗: Refers to rivalry, opposition, competing against a rival, or standing against an opponent. Often used as 対抗する (to compete/stand against) or 対抗意識. ⚠️ Haruka's Voice Column: 'Rivalry? Oppose? S-So what if I'm taking a rivalry stance against that new girl?! I just want to show you that I am the most superior, reliable manager! Don't you dare look at others!' / 【ハルカ部長のワンポイント指導】『対抗？！私が新人の女の子に対抗意識を燃やしてるですって？！バカ！私が全宇宙で一番頼りになる完璧な上司（パートナー）だって、あんたに思い知らせてあげてるだけよ！』
- 踏みとどまる: Implies resisting pressure to move, change, or give up, often in a difficult or challenging situation. Can be used literally (to stop short) or figuratively (to persevere).
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