What is the difference between convenient and convenient? /Japanese Learning Support LLC
Let's consider the difference between convenient and convenient.
In English, both are sometimes translated as convenient.
However, the Japanese words ``convenient'' and ``convenient'' are used in slightly different situations.
Let's take a look together to see what the differences are.
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1. "Convenience" used for things and methods
2. “Convenience” is used when referring to people, things, or schedules.
3. Use "convenient" to decide on a date to meet.
Sample1 This computer is light and convenient.
Sample2 This backpack is convenient for traveling.
Sample3 You can live in Tokyo without a car, but it would be more convenient if you had one.
Sample4 Nowadays, you can do anything with your mobile phone. It's a really convenient time.
In this way, ``convenience'' is used when you want to say that something or a certain method is easy to use or do.
You can't use it for schedules, so don't say it like below.
× Is Sunday convenient?
× When is 〇〇’s convenient day?
Sample1 Please tell me which day is convenient for you.
Sample2 Next Thursday would be convenient for me, but Mr. 〇〇, how about it?
Sample3 Mr. 〇〇 does not seem to be available today, so he is absent.
Sample4 Company A's proposal is convenient for us as well.
Sample5You're just being a convenient person. I need to express my opinion more!
If it's convenient, it will go according to your wishes. It means it's a good situation for me.
I often use it when talking about schedules.
If you say, "Next Monday is convenient for me," it means that you have time or are free that day.
On the other hand, when you don't have time, you say, "It's not convenient."
Also, if the other person is a superior, it would be a good idea to politely change the phrase from "convenient" to "convenient," or "good" to "good."
Sample 4 is not a schedule. Here, Company A's proposal means that the conditions are good for us and we will be in a good situation.
Sample 5 is a "convenient person". This is a person who always follows the other person's convenience, or someone who acts according to the wishes of others. It is used in a negative sense.
Put the expression using the word "convenience" in parentheses.
There is more than one correct answer. There are several patterns, so try saying it in the way you know.
① Decide on a date for cherry blossom viewing with friends
A: This year, I want to go see the cherry blossoms.
B: Yes. Looks like the cherry blossoms in Ueno Park are already blooming.
A: Well then, let's go within this month!
B: Yeah! ( )?
A: I can go next Sunday!
B: OK! Well then, it's Sunday!
②Set the date of the next meeting with your business partner
(After today's meeting)
A: Thank you for your time today.
B: No, thank you for coming all the way.
A: The next meeting is ( ).
B: Well, I'll be on a business trip until next Wednesday, so any time after next Thursday is fine.
A: I'm smart. So how about next Friday at 1pm?
B: Yes, I understand. Thank you.
Example answer
①When is it convenient for you?
②When is it convenient for you?
In the case of schedules, you can also say "it's convenient" in addition to "it's convenient."
・Please let me know what day is convenient for you.
・If you are available, please join us.
You can use it like this.
``Tsuku'' in ``convenience'' is an intransitive verb, but there are also transitive verbs used to say ``convenient.'' In this case, it means discussing your schedule with the other person or adjusting your schedule with the other person.
・Since this project is quite important, I will have to hold multiple meetings with Company A at my convenience.
・I would like to be able to attend 〇〇's wedding somehow.
How was it. Today, we compared ``convenient'' and ``convenient'' and learned how ``convenient'' is actually used.
``Convenient'' is used for things and methods, but ``convenient'' was used for schedules, things, and people.
Especially in business situations, the word "convenience" comes up often.
If you are currently trying to improve your business Japanese or are working in Japan, please try using it when making appointments.
Your Japanese will become even more beautiful if you can politely say "gogo" when talking about the other person.
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