志

ambition, aspiration, purpose

k o̞ k o̞ ɾ o̞ z a̠ ɕ i
noun Rare #40,973
ambition, aspiration, purpose Often refers to a strong intention or ideal, especially one held with conviction.
JA: 彼は医者になるという志を持っている。
EN: He has the ambition to become a doctor.

何事をするにも志が大切。

A strong sense of purpose is important in everything you do.

陛下の志が私を納得させました

His Majesty’s resolve convinced me.

— HERO (2002)

志をもっと大きく持て

Think bigger.

— 紅の豚 (1992)

欠陥もあるけど志は高い

It has its flaws, but its aspirations are high.

— どん底作家の人生に幸あれ! (2019)