🦅 Project Eagle
synonym Comparative
宅配便
VS
手柄

Differences Between "宅配便" and "手柄"

Option A
宅配便
Meaning
parcel delivery service; courier service; home delivery service
Reading
たくはいびん (takuhaibin)
Syllabus Level
N3
Practical Example
大きい荷物は、宅配便で送ると便利です。
It's convenient to send large packages by courier service.
Option B
手柄
Meaning
achievement, exploit, distinguished service
Reading
てがら (tegara)
Syllabus Level
N2
Practical Example
彼は今回のプロジェクトで大きな手柄を立てた。
He achieved a great accomplishment in this project.

Which one to use?

Select the correct Japanese word for this context

Which word fits this context: "(parcel delivery service; courier service; home delivery service)"?
🎉 正解 / Correct!
使い分け解説:
- 宅配便: Refers to a service for sending or receiving packages, common in daily life in Japan. Used for services like Yamato Transport or Sagawa Express. (荷物を送ったり受け取ったりするサービスのこと。ヤマト運輸や佐川急便などがこれにあたる。)
- 手柄: 素晴らしい功績や業績、特に他人や組織に貢献した際の実績を指します。賞賛に値する行為。(Refers to a wonderful accomplishment or deed, especially one that contributes to others or an organization. A commendable act.)
🦅

Want to boost your Japanese vocabulary?

Project Eagle automatically tracks and targets your weak words using AI. Practice thousands of operational exams completely for free!