synonym Comparative
例えば
VS
具体例
Differences Between "例えば" and "具体例"
Option A
例えば
Meaning
for example; for instance
Reading
たとえば (tatoeba)
Syllabus Level
N4
Practical Example
日本には色々な食べ物があります。例えば、寿司やラーメンなどです。
There are various foods in Japan. For example, sushi, ramen, and so on.
Option B
具体例
Meaning
specific example, concrete example
Reading
ぐたいれい (gutairei)
Syllabus Level
N2
Practical Example
理論だけでなく、具体例を挙げて説明してください。
Please explain not only the theory but also by giving specific examples.
Which one to use?
Select the correct Japanese word for this context
Which word fits this context: "(for example; for instance)"?
🎉 正解 / Correct!
使い分け解説:
- 例えば: Used to introduce an example or illustration to clarify a statement. It can be used at the beginning of a sentence or a clause. (例を挙げる時に使います。文や節の始めによく使われます。)
- 具体例: 抽象的な説明を分かりやすくするために示される、具体的な事例を指します。説明の補足によく使われます。Refers to a specific instance shown to make an abstract explanation easier to understand. Often used to supplement explanations.
- 例えば: Used to introduce an example or illustration to clarify a statement. It can be used at the beginning of a sentence or a clause. (例を挙げる時に使います。文や節の始めによく使われます。)
- 具体例: 抽象的な説明を分かりやすくするために示される、具体的な事例を指します。説明の補足によく使われます。Refers to a specific instance shown to make an abstract explanation easier to understand. Often used to supplement explanations.
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