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こころがける (kokorogakeru)
心掛ける

to keep in mind, to aim to do, to make an effort to

💡 Nuance & Usage: Implies conscious effort or attention to consistently do something. Often used for self-improvement or habit formation, e.g., 〜ように心掛ける (〜you ni kokorogakeru).

📝 Example Sentences

毎日、笑顔で人に接するよう心掛けている。
I make an effort to greet people with a smile every day.

Practice Quiz

Test your understanding of "心掛ける"!

健康のために、毎日野菜を食べるように_______います。
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日本語: 「心掛ける」は、ある目標や習慣を意識的に続けるという意味です。
English: 「心掛ける」 (kokorogakeru) means to consciously continue a certain goal or habit.
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