synonym Comparative
司る
VS
割増
Differences Between "司る" and "割増"
Option A
司る
Meaning
to rule, to govern, to manage, to take charge of
Reading
つかさどる (tsukasadoru)
Syllabus Level
N2
Practical Example
彼はその国の政治を司っている。
He governs the politics of that country.
Option B
割増
Meaning
extra, premium, surcharge, additional charge
Reading
わりまし (warimashi)
Syllabus Level
N1
Practical Example
深夜の残業には、通常の賃金に割増料金が適用される。
Overtime work late at night applies an extra charge to the regular wage.
Which one to use?
Select the correct Japanese word for this context
Which word fits this context: "(to rule, to govern, to manage, to take charge of)"?
🎉 正解 / Correct!
使い分け解説:
- 司る: Used formally to describe taking responsibility for or controlling something, often in a position of authority. 日本語では、責任ある立場から物事を管理・統制する際に使われる、やや硬い表現です。
- 割増: Often refers to an increased rate or amount, especially for overtime pay (残業割増), holiday pay (休日割増), or special services. Can be used as 割増料金 (warimashi ryōkin - extra charge).
- 司る: Used formally to describe taking responsibility for or controlling something, often in a position of authority. 日本語では、責任ある立場から物事を管理・統制する際に使われる、やや硬い表現です。
- 割増: Often refers to an increased rate or amount, especially for overtime pay (残業割増), holiday pay (休日割増), or special services. Can be used as 割増料金 (warimashi ryōkin - extra charge).
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