synonym Comparative
展覧会
VS
表示
Differences Between "展覧会" and "表示"
Option A
展覧会
Meaning
exhibition, display, show
Reading
てんらんかい (tenrankai)
Syllabus Level
N4
Practical Example
先週末、美術館で絵画の展覧会を見に行きました。
Last weekend, I went to see a painting exhibition at the museum.
Option B
表示
Meaning
display, indication, expression
Reading
ひょうじ (hyōji)
Syllabus Level
N3
Practical Example
スマートフォンの画面に時間と日付が表示されています。
The time and date are displayed on the smartphone screen.
Which one to use?
Select the correct Japanese word for this context
Which word fits this context: "(exhibition, display, show)"?
🎉 正解 / Correct!
使い分け解説:
- 展覧会: Refers to an event where art, products, or other items are displayed for public viewing, such as an art exhibition or trade show. Often used for art (美術展 - bijutsuten) or specific themes. 「展示会 (tenjikai)」も似た意味で使われます。
- 表示: Used to describe the act of showing something visually or making information known. Can be a noun (表示) or a verb (表示する). Often refers to digital displays, signs, or public announcements.
- 展覧会: Refers to an event where art, products, or other items are displayed for public viewing, such as an art exhibition or trade show. Often used for art (美術展 - bijutsuten) or specific themes. 「展示会 (tenjikai)」も似た意味で使われます。
- 表示: Used to describe the act of showing something visually or making information known. Can be a noun (表示) or a verb (表示する). Often refers to digital displays, signs, or public announcements.
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