Vocab Info
N1 Noun
意向intention, idea, inclination
Dictionary Definition
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Noun
1.
intention, idea, inclination, wish
All Forms
意向 【いこう】、意嚮 【いこう】
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部下は上司の意向に沿うのが無難だ。
It's safest for subordinates to align with their superior’s intentions.
両親の意向に反して大学を中退してしまった。
I dropped out of university against my parents’ wishes.
あの議員は衆議院選挙に出馬する意向を固めたようです。
It seems that the legislator has cemented their intent to run for the House of Representatives.
「戦争をやめる意向は無い」と言わんばかりにその国はミサイルを発射した。
The country launched a missile, making it clear they have no intention of stopping the war.
彼は遂に周囲からの説得に屈し、市街地の再開発計画に賛成する意向を示した。
He finally gave in to persuasion and signaled his intent to support the urban redevelopment plan.
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