道連れ・道ずれ|みちづれmichizure[0]heiban (flat)
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Which spelling to use
道連れ道連れ is the most common written form and the recommended choice for beginners. Use it for a fellow traveler, a travelling companion, or taking someone along unwillingly.
道ずれ道ずれ is a less common variant of 道連れ, written with irregular kana. You may encounter it as an alternative written form for the same meanings.
Definitions
- nounfellow traveler; fellow traveller; travelling companion彼らは旅の道連れだった。↗They were companions on the journey.
- nountaking someone along unwillingly (e.g. in death); forcing to take part
Synonyms & antonyms
- Synonym同伴者どうはんしゃWrittenSomeone who acts or travels with you; written/formal. Also a non-member supporter of a group. 「道連れ」 is more about travel companions or being dragged along unwillingly.
- Antonym単独たんどくWrittenBeing alone or acting solo; often used in formal expressions. The opposite of travelling with company, as in 「道連れ」.
- AntonymひとりNeutralBeing by yourself; an everyday word. The opposite of having someone along with you, as in 「道連れ」.
Use 「道連れ」 for a travel companion or someone dragged along unwillingly, as in dying together. For a companion in formal writing, use 「同伴者」. The opposites are 「一人」 and 「単独」.
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