正確
seikakuPrecise, exact, or correct in all details; free from error or mistake.
正確な情報を提供してください
Please provide accurate information.
彼は正確な計算が得意です
He is good at making precise calculations.
Often used in formal or professional contexts to emphasize precision and reliability.
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Precision vs. Correctness
While '正しい' (correct) is often used for general correctness, '正確' is preferred when emphasizing precision and attention to detail.
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Formal Contexts
'正確' is commonly used in formal or professional settings, such as reports, technical documents, or scientific discussions.
📖Word Origin
From 正 (correct) + 確 (certain, definite). The term emphasizes both correctness and certainty.
📝Usage Notes
While '正しい' (correct) focuses on correctness, '正確' emphasizes both correctness and precision. Often used in technical, scientific, or formal contexts.