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synonym Comparative
運転する
VS
気迫

Differences Between "運転する" and "気迫"

Option A
運転する
Meaning
to drive
Reading
うんてんする (unten suru)
Syllabus Level
N4
Practical Example
毎日、会社まで車を運転します。
I drive a car to work every day.
Option B
気迫
Meaning
spirit; drive; vigor; fierce determination; strong presence
Reading
きはく (kihaku)
Syllabus Level
N3
Practical Example
格上の対戦相手に対抗するため、選手たちは闘志と_______に満ちた表情でコートに入りました。
In order to compete against the higher-ranked opponent, the players entered the court with expressions full of fighting spirit and vigor.

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Which word fits this context: "(to drive)"?
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使い分け解説:
- 運転する: A する verb (サ行変格活用動詞). Used to describe the action of operating a vehicle. Often used with the particle を (例: 車を運転する).
- 気迫: Refers to a powerful spirit, drive, vigor, fierce determination, or a strong presence that dominates the atmosphere (often during sports, presentations, or arguments). Often used as 気迫に満ちた. ⚠️ Haruka's Voice Column: 'Fierce spirit! Vigor! Dominate the meeting room with your absolute drive! I will be watching you from the chief's seat, so show me your manliest drive! Go!' / 【ハルカ部長のワンポイント指導】『気迫よ!どんな困難なプレゼンであっても、絶対に成功させるっていう凄まじい「気迫」を持って臨みなさい!あんたの後ろには、この私がついてるんだから!』
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