Meaning of 志す in Japanese
Japanese word definition and usage
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志すJLPT 1
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Kana Readingこころざす
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Romajikokorozasu
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Word Senses
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- Parts of speech
- Godan verb with `su` ending, intransitive verb
- Meaning
- to plan; to intend; to aspire to; to set aims (sights on)
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Example Sentences
志す, こころざす used in context
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この点に関しては、私が英語学習を志した２０数年前とは隔世の感があります。
On this point it is poles apart from when I set myself on learning English 20 years ago.
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She aimed to become an actress.
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He accomplishes whatever he sets out to do.
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We thought it was in the cards.
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Those who have never thought about the value of life should not study medicine.
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I intend to become a lawyer.
Verb Conjugations
Common conjugated forms
Non-Past
Past
Te
Passive
Related Kanji
Kanji found in this word
intention, plan, resolve, aspire, motive, hopes, shilling
On: シ
Kun: シリング, こころざ.す, こころざし
7 strokes
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