こころざし
JLPT:N1
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1

A will or resolution; an ambition or aim — a firm intention or goal one aspires to achieve.

Noun

Examples

彼は医者になる志を持っている。

He has the ambition to become a doctor.

志を高く持って毎日勉強している。

I study every day with high aspirations.

留学は私の志の一つだ。

Studying abroad is one of my goals.

2

Kindness or goodwill; a considerate or generous intention shown by someone (often politely referred to as 'o-kokorozashi').

Noun

Examples

お世話になりました。お志だけで十分です。

Thank you for your help. Your kindness alone is enough.

彼女の志に感謝の気持ちを伝えた。

I expressed my gratitude for her kind gesture.

お志をいただき、恐縮です。

I am humbled to receive your kindness.

3

A gift or monetary offering given as a token of gratitude — often used for condolence or memorial contributions.

Noun

Examples

葬儀の際はお志を包むのが一般的だ。

It is customary to offer a condolence gift at funerals.

皆でお志を集めて花を供えた。

We collected offerings from everyone and presented flowers.

お志は受付でお預かりします。

We will collect your offering at the reception desk.

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