Meaning

Primary

Substitution

Word Type

noun, の adjective, verbal noun

Explanation

A substitute task is a substitution.

Note that this word has a slightly formal feel to it.

Reading

だいよう
  • Kyoko
    (Tokyo accent, female)
  • Kenichi
    (Tokyo accent, male)

Explanation

This is a jukugo word, which usually means on'yomi readings from the kanji. If you know the readings of your kanji you'll know how to read this as well.

Context

Pattern of Use

Common Word Combinations

  • マスタードの代用

    a substitute for mustard

    バターの代用

    a substitute for butter

    タバコの代用

    a substitute for tobacco

Context Sentences

サワークリームをヨーグルトで代用しました。

I substituted sour cream with yogurt.

このニンニクは、玉ねぎの代用ですか?

Is this garlic a substitute for onions?

オフィスチェアの代用で、バランスボールを用いる人がたくさんいます。

There are many people who use a balance ball in place of an office chair.

Kanji Composition