synonym Comparative
動かす
VS
営む
Differences Between "動かす" and "営む"
Option A
動かす
Meaning
to move, to operate (transitive)
Reading
うごかす (ugokasu)
Syllabus Level
N4
Practical Example
この機械は指で簡単に動かせます。
You can easily operate this machine with your finger.
Option B
営む
Meaning
to run (a business), to operate, to carry on (a life/livelihood)
Reading
いとなむ (itonamu)
Syllabus Level
N2
Practical Example
父は小さなカフェを営んでいる。
My father runs a small cafe.
Which one to use?
Select the correct Japanese word for this context
Which word fits this context: "(to move, to operate (transitive))"?
🎉 正解 / Correct!
使い分け解説:
- 動かす: To cause something to move or to operate a machine. It requires a subject performing the action on an object. (車を動かす、機械を動かす)
- 営む: ビジネスや生活など、継続的な活動を行うことを表します。(Indicates carrying out continuous activities, such as running a business or living a life.)
- 動かす: To cause something to move or to operate a machine. It requires a subject performing the action on an object. (車を動かす、機械を動かす)
- 営む: ビジネスや生活など、継続的な活動を行うことを表します。(Indicates carrying out continuous activities, such as running a business or living a life.)
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