When studying for the JLPT it can be hard to find reliable resources. Some books might be suited for absolute beginners, others might be suitable for advanced learners. Did you know, the JLPT Kanji app curates each level to make it fit for your needs, and to be "suitable", or a good "fit" is 「適する」!
Example sentences
その本は子供に適しています。
That book is suitable for children.
彼はその仕事に適している。
He is fit for the job.
その肉は全く食用に適さなかった。
None of the meat was fit to eat.
JLPT Kanjiアプリは誰にでも適しています。
The JLPT Kanji app is suitable for everyone.
Breaking down 適する
適
Suitable; Appropriate; Fit
する
To do; To make
適する
To suit; To fit
When these kanji come together as 「適する」, it conveys the idea of something being a perfect fit or well-matched to a particular purpose, situation, or condition.
似合う vs 適する
The term 「似合う」 also has similar meanings such as "to suit; to match; to become; to be like". However, it's a much more casual and softer meaning, and is often used in the context of clothes and apperance, e.g. 「そのドレスは君によく似合うよ。」"that dress looks good on you".
On the other hand, 「適する」 carries a slightly more formal nuance, often implying that something is well-suited or appropriate for a specific purpose. You will encounter 「適する」 in many contexts as it's meaning of "suitable" is more general.