英検1級道場－2015-3英検1級単語問題の研究－傾向と対策
For example
多数の英文記事を読んでいて、For example と For instanceが微妙に使い分けられているケースに遭遇します。
chatGPTが送ってくる英文でも同様のことがあるので、同じ文章の中で二つを同時に使い、違いが分かるような形で説明を求めたところ、1秒でタイプが始まり、5秒後には終わっていました。説明内容は日頃抱いている感覚と合っていて、納得がいきました！
"For example" and "for instance" are essentially synonyms, meaning they can be used interchangeably in most contexts. However, some subtle differences can affect their usage.
"For example" is often used to introduce a more detailed or specific case to illustrate a point, while "for instance" can be used similarly but sometimes carries a slightly more casual or conversational tone.
Here's a sentence that includes both to highlight their usage:
"When discussing healthy snacks, fruits are a good choice; for example, apples are rich in fiber, and for instance, bananas provide a good source of potassium."
In this sentence, both phrases are used to introduce specific examples of healthy fruits.
