synonym Comparative
培う
VS
繰り広げる
Differences Between "培う" and "繰り広げる"
Option A
培う
Meaning
to cultivate, to foster, to develop
Reading
つちかう (tsuchikau)
Syllabus Level
N2
Practical Example
彼は長年かけて専門知識を培ってきた。
He has cultivated his expertise over many years.
Option B
繰り広げる
Meaning
to unfold; to stage; to develop; to launch (a discussion)
Reading
くりひろげる (kurihirōgeru)
Syllabus Level
N2
Practical Example
激しい議論が繰り広げられた。
A fierce debate unfolded.
Which one to use?
Select the correct Japanese word for this context
Which word fits this context: "(to cultivate, to foster, to develop)"?
🎉 正解 / Correct!
使い分け解説:
- 培う: Often used for abstract things like skills, relationships, culture, or character, rather than physical plants. Implies careful nurturing and development over time.
- 繰り広げる: Describes the act of developing or unfolding a situation, event, discussion, or scene over time or in space. Often used for events that are dynamic or involve many participants.
- 培う: Often used for abstract things like skills, relationships, culture, or character, rather than physical plants. Implies careful nurturing and development over time.
- 繰り広げる: Describes the act of developing or unfolding a situation, event, discussion, or scene over time or in space. Often used for events that are dynamic or involve many participants.
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