synonym Comparative
遂げる
VS
押し切る
Differences Between "遂げる" and "押し切る"
Option A
遂げる
Meaning
to accomplish, to achieve, to carry out
Reading
とげる (togeru)
Syllabus Level
N2
Practical Example
彼は長年の夢を遂げた。
He accomplished his long-cherished dream.
Option B
押し切る
Meaning
to push through; to carry out despite opposition; to insist on
Reading
おしきる (oshikiru)
Syllabus Level
N2
Practical Example
彼は家族の反対を押し切って、海外留学を決めた。
He decided to study abroad, overriding his family's opposition.
Which one to use?
Select the correct Japanese word for this context
Which word fits this context: "(to accomplish, to achieve, to carry out)"?
🎉 正解 / Correct!
使い分け解説:
- 遂げる: Often used for achieving a goal, completing a task, or fulfilling a dream/ambition. Has a sense of finality and successful completion. (目標や目的を成し遂げる、完成させるという意味。)
- 押し切る: Implies overcoming resistance or opposition to achieve one's goal or carry out one's plan.
- 遂げる: Often used for achieving a goal, completing a task, or fulfilling a dream/ambition. Has a sense of finality and successful completion. (目標や目的を成し遂げる、完成させるという意味。)
- 押し切る: Implies overcoming resistance or opposition to achieve one's goal or carry out one's plan.
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