相談する vs 打ち合わせる
Japanese word comparison
Listen to 相談する
Listen to 打ち合わせる
| 相談する | 打ち合わせる |
|---|---|
soh-DAHN su-ru verb (suru verb) | うちあわせる (uchiawaseru) verb (suru verb) |
| to consult; to seek advice or discuss a problem with someone | to have a meeting/briefing to coordinate details or plans |
How they differ
打ち合わせる specifically implies a prearranged meeting to coordinate concrete details (often for work or events) and focuses on planning and logistics, while 相談する is broader and can include informal advice-seeking or personal problem discussion.
When to use each
When to use 相談する: Prefer 相談する when you need someone's advice, opinion, or when discussing personal matters rather than coordinating tasks.
When to use 打ち合わせる: Prefer 打ち合わせる when arranging a planned meeting to coordinate schedules, tasks, or specific project details—especially in business contexts.
Side-by-side examples
- 会議の進め方について上司に相談する。
(I'll consult my boss about how to run the meeting.) - 会議の進め方について上司と打ち合わせる。
(I'll meet with my boss to coordinate how to run the meeting.)
Register & nuance: 打ち合わせる is common in business and organizational settings and feels more work-oriented and slightly more formal than the general-purpose 相談する.