synonym Comparative
徹底的
VS
きめ細やかな
Differences Between "徹底的" and "きめ細やかな"
Option A
徹底的
Meaning
thorough, exhaustive, drastic
Reading
てっていてき (tetteiteki)
Syllabus Level
N3
Practical Example
問題の原因を徹底的に調査する。
We will thoroughly investigate the cause of the problem.
Option B
きめ細やかな
Meaning
fine-grained; meticulous; delicate; thorough
Reading
きめこまやかな (kimekomayaka na)
Syllabus Level
N2
Practical Example
このケーキはきめ細やかな生地で、とても口当たりが良い。
This cake has a fine-grained texture and a very pleasant mouthfeel.
Which one to use?
Select the correct Japanese word for this context
Which word fits this context: "(thorough, exhaustive, drastic)"?
🎉 正解 / Correct!
使い分け解説:
- 徹底的: A な-adjective (形容動詞) or an adverb when used with に (徹底的に). It implies doing something completely, without omission, or to the fullest extent. Often used for actions like investigation (調査), cleaning (掃除), or reform (改革).
- きめ細やかな: Often describes textures (e.g., skin, fabric), detailed work, or careful consideration. It has a positive connotation, implying high quality or thoroughness. (肌や生地のきめ、仕事の丁寧さ、配慮の行き届いた様子などを表す際に使われ、肯定的で質の高さを意味します。)
- 徹底的: A な-adjective (形容動詞) or an adverb when used with に (徹底的に). It implies doing something completely, without omission, or to the fullest extent. Often used for actions like investigation (調査), cleaning (掃除), or reform (改革).
- きめ細やかな: Often describes textures (e.g., skin, fabric), detailed work, or careful consideration. It has a positive connotation, implying high quality or thoroughness. (肌や生地のきめ、仕事の丁寧さ、配慮の行き届いた様子などを表す際に使われ、肯定的で質の高さを意味します。)
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