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N2 Noun

(こころざし)will, intention, motive

    Dictionary Definition

    1. Noun

      1.

      will, resolution, intention, ambition, aim, goal

    2. Noun

      2.

      kindness, goodwill, kind offer

    3. Noun

      3.

      gift (as a token of gratitude)

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      (こころざし)(おな)仲間(なかま)(はげ)ましあう。

      To encourage each other with companions who share the same aspirations. {will, intention, motive}

      • N2

      (わか)(とき)(こころざし)(いま)職業(しょくぎょう)(ちが)います。

      My current occupation is different from the aspirations I had when I was young. {will, intention, motive}

      • N2

      (こころざし)()げたので、もう心残(こころのこ)りはありません。

      Since I have achieved my aspirations, I have no regrets left. {will, intention, motive}

      • N2

      (こころざし)(たか)(たも)てばあなたの信念(しんねん)(だれ)かにへし()られる(こと)はあるまい。

      If you keep your aspirations high, no one should be able to break your convictions. {will, intention, motive}

      • N2

      プレゼントを(わた)す:「ほんの(こころざし)ですが、せめてこちらの(しな)をお()()(くだ)さい。」

      Handing over a gift: 'This is just a token of my appreciation, but please accept this gift.' {will, intention, motive}

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