synonym Comparative
漸進的
VS
逓減
Differences Between "漸進的" and "逓減"
Option A
漸進的
Meaning
gradual, progressive, step-by-step
Reading
ぜんしんてき (zenshinteki)
Syllabus Level
N1
Practical Example
その計画は漸進的な改善を目指している。
The plan aims for gradual improvement.
Option B
逓減
Meaning
gradual decrease, progressive reduction
Reading
ていげん (teigen)
Syllabus Level
N1
Practical Example
この地域の人口は毎年着実に逓減している。
The population in this region is steadily decreasing year by year.
Which one to use?
Select the correct Japanese word for this context
Which word fits this context: "(gradual, progressive, step-by-step)"?
🎉 正解 / Correct!
使い分け解説:
- 漸進的: Describes a slow, steady, and step-by-step progress or change, rather than a sudden or abrupt one. Often used in formal or technical contexts.
- 逓減: 段階的に、あるいは一定の割合で徐々に減少していくことを指します。フォーマルな文脈や専門的な議論で使われることが多い。(Refers to a gradual decrease, either step-by-step or at a constant rate. It is often used in formal contexts or specialized discussions.)
- 漸進的: Describes a slow, steady, and step-by-step progress or change, rather than a sudden or abrupt one. Often used in formal or technical contexts.
- 逓減: 段階的に、あるいは一定の割合で徐々に減少していくことを指します。フォーマルな文脈や専門的な議論で使われることが多い。(Refers to a gradual decrease, either step-by-step or at a constant rate. It is often used in formal contexts or specialized discussions.)
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