synonym Comparative
乏しい
VS
非力
Differences Between "乏しい" and "非力"
Option A
乏しい
Meaning
scarce, lacking, poor (in resources)
Reading
とぼしい (toboshii)
Syllabus Level
N2
Practical Example
彼の経験はまだ乏しい。
His experience is still scarce.
Option B
非力
Meaning
powerless; helpless; lacking strength
Reading
ひりき (hiriki)
Syllabus Level
N1
Practical Example
私一人の非力では、この問題を解決することはできない。
My individual powerlessness means I cannot solve this problem.
Which one to use?
Select the correct Japanese word for this context
Which word fits this context: "(scarce, lacking, poor (in resources))"?
🎉 正解 / Correct!
使い分け解説:
- 乏しい: い形容詞。Describes a lack of something necessary or desirable, such as resources, money, experience, or talent. Often used for abstract concepts or resources rather than concrete objects.
- 非力: Can mean physically weak, or lacking the power or ability to influence or achieve something. Often expresses a sense of inadequacy or helplessness.
- 乏しい: い形容詞。Describes a lack of something necessary or desirable, such as resources, money, experience, or talent. Often used for abstract concepts or resources rather than concrete objects.
- 非力: Can mean physically weak, or lacking the power or ability to influence or achieve something. Often expresses a sense of inadequacy or helplessness.
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