synonym Comparative
絶対に
VS
かならず
Differences Between "絶対に" and "かならず"
Option A
絶対に
Meaning
absolutely, definitely, never (with negative)
Reading
ぜったいに (zettai ni)
Syllabus Level
N4
Practical Example
明日は絶対に遅刻しません。
I will definitely not be late tomorrow.
Option B
かならず
Meaning
certainly, without fail, absolutely
Reading
かならず (kanarazu)
Syllabus Level
N3
Practical Example
明日はかならず会議に出席してください。
Please make sure to attend the meeting tomorrow.
Which one to use?
Select the correct Japanese word for this context
Which word fits this context: "(absolutely, definitely, never (with negative))"?
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使い分け解説:
- 絶対に: Used to express strong determination or prohibition. Often used with negative verb forms (e.g., 絶対にしません) to mean "never."
- かならず: This adverb emphasizes a strong certainty or necessity. It means something will definitely happen or must be done. It often accompanies verbs expressing obligation or strong intention, and sometimes appears with negative forms to mean "never fail to".
- 絶対に: Used to express strong determination or prohibition. Often used with negative verb forms (e.g., 絶対にしません) to mean "never."
- かならず: This adverb emphasizes a strong certainty or necessity. It means something will definitely happen or must be done. It often accompanies verbs expressing obligation or strong intention, and sometimes appears with negative forms to mean "never fail to".
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