synonym Comparative
滞り
VS
即座
Differences Between "滞り" and "即座"
Option A
滞り
Meaning
delay, stagnation, hindrance, arrears
Reading
とどこおり (todokoori)
Syllabus Level
N2
Practical Example
計画に滞りが生じ、完成が遅れた。
A delay occurred in the plan, and completion was postponed.
Option B
即座
Meaning
immediately; on the spot; without delay
Reading
そくざ (sokuza)
Syllabus Level
N1
Practical Example
質問に対して即座に答えた。
He answered the question immediately.
Which one to use?
Select the correct Japanese word for this context
Which word fits this context: "(delay, stagnation, hindrance, arrears)"?
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使い分け解説:
- 滞り: 物事が順調に進まない状態や、支払いが滞っている状態を指します。Can be used for physical flow (water) or abstract flow (work, communication).
- 即座: Often used in formal contexts or when emphasizing prompt action. Can be used with 「に」 as an adverb (即座に). Implies responding or acting without any hesitation or time lag. (その場ですぐに、遅れることなく)
- 滞り: 物事が順調に進まない状態や、支払いが滞っている状態を指します。Can be used for physical flow (water) or abstract flow (work, communication).
- 即座: Often used in formal contexts or when emphasizing prompt action. Can be used with 「に」 as an adverb (即座に). Implies responding or acting without any hesitation or time lag. (その場ですぐに、遅れることなく)
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