N3
けつい (ketsui)
決意
determination; resolution
💡 Nuance & Usage:
Refers to a firm determination or resolution to do something (noun). Often used with 決意を固める (to strengthen one's resolve) or 決意を新たにする (to renew one's resolution). ⚠️ Haruka's Voice Column: 'This is my firm resolution! I have resolved to personally guide and educate you until you become the best business leader in this company! Prepare yourself, because I'm never letting you drop out!' / 【ハルカ部長のワンポイント指導】『私の固い決意よ！私はね、あんたがこの会社で最高のビジネスリーダーになるまで、直々に付き添って指導し続けるって決意したの！逃げ出すなんて許さないからね！』
📝 Example Sentences
彼は会社を辞めて、自分の夢を追いかける_______を固めました。
He quit the company and strengthened his resolution to pursue his dream.
Practice Quiz
Test your understanding of "決意"!
新年の幕開けに、今年こそ毎日英語を勉強するという_______を新たにしました。
🎉 正解 / Correct!
日本語: 強い志や決心を新しくする表現「決意（を新たにする）」が正解です。ハルカ部長：『新年の決意ね！じゃあ「一生部長の隣で働く」っていう決意も、早くそのリストに加えなさい！』
English: The expression meaning to make a new firm resolve or decision, 'resolution' (ketsui), is correct. Haruka: 'New Year's resolution! Then quickly add "I will work right next to the manager for life" to that list too!'
English: The expression meaning to make a new firm resolve or decision, 'resolution' (ketsui), is correct. Haruka: 'New Year's resolution! Then quickly add "I will work right next to the manager for life" to that list too!'
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