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synonym Comparative
世論
VS
卓見

Differences Between "世論" and "卓見"

Option A
世論
Meaning
public opinion
Reading
よろん / せろん (yoron / seron)
Syllabus Level
N1
Practical Example
世論は政府の政策に強く反発している。
Public opinion is strongly opposed to the government's policy.
Option B
卓見
Meaning
excellent opinion; profound view; brilliant insight
Reading
たくけん (takuken)
Syllabus Level
N1
Practical Example
彼の卓見にはいつも感銘を受ける。
I am always impressed by his brilliant insights.

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Which word fits this context: "(public opinion)"?
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使い分け解説:
- 世論: Refers to the collective opinion of many people on a particular issue. 'Yoron' is more commonly used than 'seron'. (ある問題に対する多くの人々の総意を指します。「世論(よろん)」の方が「世論(せろん)」よりも一般的です。)
- 卓見: A formal expression used to praise someone's insight, opinion, or observation as being exceptionally sharp, insightful, or wise. (人の見識、意見、観察が非常に鋭く、洞察力に富み、賢明であることを褒める際に用いる、かしこまった表現です。)
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