Meaning and Usage
"配分" (はいぶん) refers to the act of distributing or allotting resources, time, tasks, or money among different people or purposes. It is often used in formal or business contexts, such as budget allocation, time management, or workload distribution.
Common Collocations
- 予算の配分 (よさんのはいぶん): budget distribution
- 時間の配分 (じかんのはいぶん): time allocation
- 仕事の配分 (しごとのはいぶん): work distribution
Usage Notes
When using 配分, the speaker usually implies a thoughtful or planned division rather than a random or equal split. It often involves consideration of fairness or efficiency. This word is more formal than simple words like 分ける (to divide).
Common Mistakes
Learners sometimes confuse 配分 with 分配 (ぶんぱい), which also means distribution. 配分 often implies a planned or strategic allocation, while 分配 can be more general or physical distribution. Use 配分 when emphasizing the planning or allotment aspect.