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synonym Comparative
取り組み
VS
応急

Differences Between "取り組み" and "応急"

Option A
取り組み
Meaning
effort, initiative, approach, measure
Reading
とりくみ (torikumi)
Syllabus Level
N2
Practical Example
環境問題への企業の取り組みが注目されている。
Companies' initiatives regarding environmental issues are drawing attention.
Option B
応急
Meaning
emergency (treatment, measure, etc.); first-aid
Reading
おうきゅう (ōkyū)
Syllabus Level
N2
Practical Example
けが人に応急手当を施した。
I gave first aid to the injured person.

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使い分け解説:
- 取り組み: Refers to the actions or efforts taken to deal with a problem, implement a plan, or achieve a goal. Often used in formal or business contexts. Can be a noun or the stem of a verb (取り組む). (問題に対処するため、計画を実行するため、または目標を達成するために取られる行動や努力を指します。公式な文脈やビジネスの場でよく使われます。名詞または動詞「取り組む」の連用形として使えます。)
- 応急: Refers to temporary or immediate measures taken in an emergency until a proper solution can be found. Often combined with 「処置」 (treatment), 「手当」 (first aid), 「措置」 (measure), or 「修理」 (repair). (一時的で緊急な対応や処置を意味します。)
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