正解

seikai
correct answer

この問題の正解は「はい」です。

The correct answer to this question is 'yes'.


general

The correct or intended answer to a question or problem.

テストの正解を教えてください。

Please tell me the correct answers for the test.

Often used in educational or quiz contexts.

Collocations

正解を教えるto tell the correct answer正解を出すto come up with the correct answer

Related Phrases

正解率phrase
correct answer rate

Pro Tip

Usage in Exams

In tests, '正解' is often used to refer to the officially correct answer.

Gold Rule

Formal vs. Informal

In casual conversation, '正解' can sometimes be replaced with '正しい答え' for emphasis.

Word Origin

Composed of 正 (correct) + 解 (answer/solution).

Usage Notes

Common in academic and problem-solving contexts. Can also be used metaphorically to mean the right solution to a situation.

Word Breakdown

correct
root
+
answer/solution
root
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