選択
The act of picking between two or more possibilities. It can refer to simple choices or complex strategic decisions.
Examples
3 of 5メニューから好きな料理を選択してください。
Please select your favorite dish from the menu.
筆者は、あえてこの手法を選択した。
The author deliberately chose this method.
最善の選択肢を検討しましょう。
Let's consider the best options.
Word Family
Memory Tip
Sen (choose) + Taku (pick). Picking and choosing from a group.
Quick Quiz
大学では多くの( )科目から好きなものを選べる。
Correct!
The correct answer is: 選択
Examples
メニューから好きな料理を選択してください。
everydayPlease select your favorite dish from the menu.
筆者は、あえてこの手法を選択した。
academicThe author deliberately chose this method.
最善の選択肢を検討しましょう。
businessLet's consider the best options.
どちらの道を行くか選択を迫られた。
formalI was forced to make a choice of which path to take.
選択肢が多すぎて選べないよ。
informalThere are too many options, I can't choose.
Word Family
Common Collocations
Common Phrases
二者択一
choosing between two
選択科目
elective subject
自己選択
self-selection
Often Confused With
Erabu is the general verb; Sentaku is the more formal noun/verb form used in writing.
Usage Notes
Sentaku-shi (options) is very common in exam terminology (Multiple Choice).
Common Mistakes
Don't confuse with 'Sentaku' (laundry), which uses different kanji (洗濯).
Memory Tip
Sen (choose) + Taku (pick). Picking and choosing from a group.
Word Origin
Sino-Japanese roots 'choose' and 'select'.
Grammar Patterns
Quick Quiz
大学では多くの( )科目から好きなものを選べる。
Correct!
The correct answer is: 選択
Related Phrases
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More general words
無駄
A1Refers to something that is wasteful, useless, or futile. It describes actions, efforts, or resources that do not produce a useful result or are unnecessary.
進歩
A1Progress or improvement, specifically describing a forward movement in skills, technology, or society. It refers to the process of becoming more advanced, effective, or better over time.
類似
A1Ruiji refers to the state where two or more things resemble each other in appearance, nature, or quality. It is a formal way to describe similarities or common traits between objects or ideas.
実践
A1The act of putting a theory, idea, or plan into actual practice or action. It emphasizes the movement from abstract thought or knowledge to real-world application.
利用
A1The act of using a service, facility, or resource effectively to achieve a specific purpose. It often implies making good use of something or taking advantage of a system provided to the public.
使用
A1The act of employing or utilizing an object, tool, or facility for a specific purpose. It is a formal or neutral term commonly found in instructions, public signs, and professional documentation.
内容
A1The substance, essence, or specific details contained within something such as a book, speech, or document. It refers to what a subject consists of rather than its outward appearance or form.
異常
A1A word used to describe something that deviates from the normal state, standard, or expected pattern. It often implies a problem, malfunction, or an extraordinary occurrence that requires attention or investigation.
状態
A1Refers to the current condition, status, or appearance of a person, object, or situation. It describes how something is at a specific moment in time.
場合
A1The word 'baai' refers to a specific situation, case, or circumstance. It is frequently used as a noun to set a condition, similar to saying 'in the event of' or 'if' in English.
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