知らせる vs 案内する
Japanese word comparison
Listen to 知らせる
Listen to 案内する
| 知らせる | 案内する |
|---|---|
shi-RA-se-ru verb | あんないする verb |
| to inform; to let someone know | to guide; to show the way; to inform about something |
How they differ
「知らせる」 simply means to inform someone, but 「案内する」 often means to inform while also providing guidance, directions, or details. It is especially natural when introducing a place, event, schedule, or procedure.
When to use each
When to use 知らせる: Use 「知らせる」 when the main point is just conveying information.
When to use 案内する: Use 「案内する」 when you are informing someone in a guiding or explanatory way.
Side-by-side examples
- イベントの詳細を知らせる。
(To inform people of the event details.) - イベントの詳細を案内する。
(To provide guidance and information about the event details.)
Register & nuance: 「案内する」 is common and polite, often used in customer service, announcements, and organized settings.