意志 در ۳۰ ثانیه
- 意志 (Ishi) refers to human will and determination, emphasizing the mental strength to follow through on decisions.
- It is commonly used with adjectives like 'strong' (強い) or 'weak' (弱い) to describe a person's character.
- Unlike 'intent' (意思), '意志' specifically highlights the 'willpower' aspect of the mind's desire.
- In Japanese culture, having a 'strong 意志' is a highly respected trait associated with success and resilience.
The Japanese word 意志 (いし - ishi) is a foundational noun that encapsulates the concept of human will, volition, and the mental power to carry out a decision. Unlike simple desires (wanting something), 意志 represents a structured, determined mental state directed toward a specific goal. It is the 'engine' of human action, often described in psychological and philosophical contexts as the faculty by which a person decides on and initiates a course of action.
- Core Essence
- The internal drive or 'backbone' that supports long-term commitment and decision-making.
- Grammatical Role
- Primarily used as a noun, often paired with verbs like 'to have' (がある), 'to strengthen' (を固める), or 'to respect' (を尊重する).
「彼は強い意志を持って、その難関に立ち向かった。」
— Translation: He faced that difficult barrier with a strong will.
In a broader sense, 意志 is what differentiates a reactive response from a proactive choice. When you use this word, you are highlighting the agency of the individual. It is frequently used in discussions about self-improvement, leadership, and overcoming adversity. The nuance is one of 'resolve'—a firm determination that is not easily swayed by external circumstances or internal fluctuations in mood.
「自分の意志で道を選ぶことが大切だ。」
— Translation: It is important to choose your path by your own will.
Furthermore, 意志 is often associated with the concept of 'free will' (自由意志 - jiyū ishi) in philosophy. It suggests a level of consciousness where one is fully aware of their choices and the consequences thereof. In literature and media, a character with 'strong 意志' is usually the protagonist who refuses to give up despite overwhelming odds, making it a highly positive attribute in Japanese culture.
- Visualizing the Kanji
- 意 (I) means mind/thought, and 志 (Shi) means aspiration/ambition. Together, they represent a mind directed toward a high purpose.
Using 意志 correctly requires understanding its common collocations. It is rarely used in isolation; instead, it functions as the subject or object of specific action-oriented verbs. The most common way to describe someone's character is by using the adjectives 'strong' (強い) or 'weak' (弱い).
- 意志が強い (Ishi ga tsuyoi): Strong-willed; determined.
- 意志が弱い (Ishi ga yowai): Weak-willed; easily influenced.
- 意志を固める (Ishi o katameru): To make up one's mind; to firm up one's resolve.
- 意志を貫く (Ishi o tsuranuku): To carry out one's will to the end.
「ダイエットを最後まで続けるには、固い意志が必要だ。」
— Translation: To stick to a diet until the end, a firm will is necessary.
In formal writing or business, 意志 is used to express organizational or personal commitment. For example, '意志の疎通' (ishi no sotsū) refers to the mutual understanding or communication of intentions between two parties. However, note that in legal contexts, 意思 is often preferred for 'intent'.
When describing a group, you might say '意志決定' (ishi kettei), which means 'decision-making'. This is a standard term in corporate environments. The process involves gathering '意志' from various stakeholders to reach a consensus.
「リーダーには、迅速な意志決定能力が求められる。」
— Translation: A leader is required to have the ability to make quick decisions (will-based decisions).
You will encounter 意志 in a variety of settings, ranging from daily conversations about personal goals to high-level philosophical debates. In anime and manga, it is a staple word used by protagonists to declare their resolve to protect their friends or achieve their dreams.
- In Sports
- Coaches often talk about the '意志' of the players to win, emphasizing mental toughness over physical skill.
- In Business
- Used in '意志決定' (decision making) and when discussing a company's vision or '意志' to expand into new markets.
「国民の意志を政治に反映させるべきだ。」
— Translation: The will of the people should be reflected in politics.
In psychological contexts, 意志 is discussed in relation to self-control and 'willpower' (意志力 - ishiryoku). You might hear it in self-help seminars or read it in books about habit formation. It is also a key term in legal discussions regarding 'testamentary will' (though often written as 遺言, the underlying concept is the deceased's 意志).
「彼は最後まで戦うという強い意志を見せた。」
— Translation: He showed a strong will to fight until the very end.
The most frequent mistake learners (and even native speakers) make is confusing the three homophones: 意志, 意思, and 遺志. While they all sound like 'ishi', their meanings and kanji are distinct.
- 意志 (Ishi)
- Focuses on determination and willpower. Use this for personal goals and inner strength.
- 意思 (Ishi)
- Focuses on intent and communication. Use this for 'intention to buy', 'mutual understanding', or legal 'intent'.
- 遺志 (Ishi)
- Specifically refers to a dying wish or the will of someone who has passed away.
❌ 「意思が強い」 (Incorrect for 'strong-willed')
✅ 「意志が強い」 (Correct)
Another mistake is using 意志 when you simply mean 'plan' (予定 - yotei) or 'hope' (希望 - kibō). 意志 is much heavier and implies a moral or mental commitment. If you just plan to go to the store, don't use 意志.
Several words share a semantic field with 意志, but they differ in intensity and context. Understanding these nuances will help you sound more natural.
- 決意 (Ketsui)
- Determination/Resolution. This is the act of making a firm decision. 意志 is the state of having that will.
- 意欲 (Iyoku)
- Will/Eagerness/Motivation. This is more about the 'desire' or 'drive' to do something, often used in work or learning contexts (e.g., 学習意欲).
- 志 (Kokorozashi)
- Ambition/Aspiration. This is a long-term, high-level goal or mission in life.
「彼は医者になるという高い志を持っている。」
— Translation: He has a high ambition to become a doctor.
While 意志 is the internal power, 覚悟 (Kakugo) is the 'readiness' or 'resolution' to face negative consequences. If you are 'prepared for the worst', you use 覚悟, not 意志.
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〜つもり (Intention)
〜ようと思う (Volitional + think)
〜ことにする (Decide to)
〜はずだ (Expectation)
〜に反して (Against...)
مثالها بر اساس سطح
彼は意志が強いです。
He is strong-willed.
Noun + が + Adjective
意志を持ってください。
Please have a will (be determined).
Object + を + Verb (te-form)
私の意志は変わりません。
My will won't change.
Topic marker は
強い意志が必要です。
A strong will is necessary.
Adjective + Noun
意志の力はすごいです。
The power of will is amazing.
Possessive particle の
彼は意志が弱いです。
He is weak-willed.
Antonym of 強い
自分の意志でやります。
I will do it by my own will.
Particle で (means/method)
意志を伝えましょう。
Let's convey our will.
Volitional form ましょう
意志を固めることが大切だ。
It is important to firm up your resolve.
Verb dictionary form + こと (nominalization)
彼女は意志が固い人だ。
She is a person with a firm will.
Adjective 固い (firm/hard)
最後まで意志を貫いた。
He carried out his will to the end.
Verb 貫く (to pierce/carry through)
意志力があれば、何でもできる。
If you have willpower, you can do anything.
Conditional ば
彼は親の意志を継いだ。
He carried on his parents' will.
Verb 継ぐ (to inherit/succeed)
意志の疎通が難しい。
Communication (of intentions) is difficult.
Compound noun phrase
自分の意志をはっきり言おう。
Let's state our will clearly.
Adverb はっきり
意志決定を急ぎましょう。
Let's hurry the decision-making.
Business term 意志決定
彼は周囲の反対を押し切って、自分の意志を通した。
He pushed through the opposition and had his way (will).
Compound verb 押し切る
意志薄弱な自分を変えたいと思っている。
I want to change my weak-willed self.
Four-character idiom 意志薄弱
この計画には、リーダーの強い意志が感じられる。
In this plan, one can feel the leader's strong will.
Passive potential 感じられる
相手の意志を尊重することが、良好な関係の鍵だ。
Respecting the other person's will is the key to a good relationship.
Nominalizer こと
彼は病気に負けないという強い意志を見せた。
He showed a strong will not to lose to the illness.
Negative + という (content marker)
自由意志という概念について議論した。
We discussed the concept of free will.
Philosophical term 自由意志
意志の強さが成功を左右する。
The strength of will determines success.
Verb 左右する (to influence/govern)
彼は自分の意志に反して、その仕事を引き受けた。
He took on that job against his will.
Phrase 〜に反して (against)
政治家は国民の意志を汲み取る努力をすべきだ。
Politicians should make an effort to understand the will of the people.
Verb 汲み取る (to scoop up/understand)
彼は不屈の意志で、数々の困難を乗り越えてきた。
With indomitable will, he has overcome numerous difficulties.
Adjective phrase 不屈の (indomitable)
その行為が本人の意志に基づいているかどうかが重要だ。
Whether that act is based on the person's own will is important.
〜に基づいている (based on)
意志の疎通を欠いたことが、今回の失敗の原因だ。
The lack of mutual understanding was the cause of this failure.
Verb 欠く (to lack)
彼は自らの意志で、その危険な任務に志願した。
He volunteered for that dangerous mission of his own accord.
Pronoun 自らの (one's own)
教育の目的の一つは、自律的な意志を育てることにある。
One of the purposes of education is to foster an autonomous will.
Formal structure 〜にある
彼の意志は、岩のように固く揺るぎないものだった。
His will was as hard as a rock and unwavering.
Simile 〜のように
集団の意志が、個人の意見を飲み込んでしまうことがある。
The group's will sometimes swallows up individual opinions.
Verb 飲み込む (to swallow)
ニーチェは「権力への意志」という概念を提唱した。
Nietzsche proposed the concept of the 'Will to Power'.
Academic reference
法的能力とは、自己の行為の結果を弁別し得る意志能力を指す。
Legal capacity refers to the volitional ability to discern the results of one's actions.
Legal terminology
彼は亡き父の遺志を継ぎ、慈善事業に専念した。
He carried on his late father's dying wish and devoted himself to charity.
Specific use of 遺志 (dying wish)
個人の意志と社会の要請が衝突する場面は少なくない。
There are many instances where individual will and social demands conflict.
Noun 衝突 (conflict)
意志の自由を否定する決定論的な見解も存在する。
There are also deterministic views that deny the freedom of the will.
Adjective 決定論的な (deterministic)
彼は強靭な意志を武器に、過酷な環境を生き抜いた。
Using his resilient will as a weapon, he survived the harsh environment.
Metaphorical use of 武器 (weapon)
組織としての意志を統一するのは、容易なことではない。
Unifying the will of an organization is no easy task.
Verb 統一する (unify)
彼の言葉には、現状を打破しようとする強い意志が宿っていた。
His words were imbued with a strong will to break the current situation.
Verb 宿る (to dwell/be present)
ルソーの「一般意志」は、単なる全員の意志の総和ではない。
Rousseau's 'General Will' is not merely the sum total of everyone's will.
Political philosophy
意志の表象としての世界という観点から、彼はその現象を分析した。
He analyzed the phenomenon from the perspective of the world as representation of will.
Schopenhauerian reference
人間の意志を超越した運命の力を、彼はその作品で描こうとした。
In that work, he tried to depict the power of fate that transcends human will.
Verb 超越する (transcend)
意志の希薄化が現代社会の病理であると、その評論家は指摘した。
The critic pointed out that the thinning of the will is a pathology of modern society.
Noun 希薄化 (thinning/dilution)
彼は自己の意志を絶対視するあまり、他者の助言を一切聞き入れなかった。
Because he absolutized his own will, he didn't listen to any advice from others.
Structure 〜あまり (so much that...)
意志の強靭さと柔軟性の調和こそが、真の強さである。
The harmony between the toughness and flexibility of the will is true strength.
Emphasis particle こそ
彼は沈黙の中に、雄弁な意志を込めていた。
He infused his silence with an eloquent will.
Oxymoron 雄弁な意志
歴史の潮流は、個人の意志を超えて流れていくものだ。
The tide of history flows beyond the will of individuals.
Noun 潮流 (tide/trend)
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نحوه استفاده
意志 is a formal noun but common in daily life when discussing character.
意志 = Willpower/Resolve. 意思 = Intent/Communication. 遺志 = Deceased's wish.
- Using 意思 for 'strong-willed'.
- Using 意志 for 'dying wish'.
- Confusing 意志 with 意識 (consciousness).
- Saying 意志が硬い instead of 固い.
- Using 意志 for a simple 'I want to'.
نکات
Look for the Heart
The kanji 志 has 心 (heart) at the bottom. This reminds you that 意志 comes from deep within your heart.
Pair with Verbs
Memorize 意志 with 'katameru' (firm up) and 'tsuranuku' (carry through) to sound natural.
Particle Choice
Use 'ga' for personality (意志が強い) and 'o' for actions (意志を固める).
Will vs Wish
Remember that 意志 is active. If you are just wishing for something, use 'negai' instead.
The Samurai Connection
Think of 意志 as the 'spirit of the samurai'—unwavering and determined.
Decision Making
In business, use '意志決定' (ishi kettei) to refer to the formal process of making decisions.
Mutual Understanding
'意志の疎通' is a great phrase to use when discussing team dynamics or relationships.
Essay Tip
Use 意志 when discussing the agency of characters in a book or historical figures.
Accent
The pitch accent is on the first syllable (I-shi). Pronouncing it correctly helps distinguish it from 'ishi' (stone).
Personalize
Write down one thing you want to achieve with your '意志' today to anchor the word in your memory.
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روش یادسپاری
Imagine a samurai with a strong 'HEART' (心) who has an 'ASPIRATION' (志) to follow his 'THOUGHTS' (意). His 'ISHI' (意志) is his inner strength.
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Japanese schools emphasize '意志の強さ' in sports and clubs to build character.
Often linked to Zen practices where one must focus the 'ishi' to achieve enlightenment.
While personal 'ishi' is important, '意志の疎通' (mutual understanding) is crucial to maintain 'Wa' (harmony).
تمرین در زندگی واقعی
موقعیتهای واقعی
شروعکنندههای مکالمه
"「意志が強い方だと思いますか？」 (Do you think you are a strong-willed person?)"
"「意志を貫くために、何をしていますか？」 (What do you do to carry out your will?)"
"「最近、意志が弱いと感じたことはありますか？」 (Have you felt weak-willed recently?)"
"「意志の疎通で困ったことはありますか？」 (Have you ever had trouble with mutual understanding?)"
"「子供の意志を尊重するのは難しいですか？」 (Is it difficult to respect a child's will?)"
موضوعات نگارش
自分の意志で決めた一番大きなことは何ですか？ (What is the biggest thing you decided by your own will?)
意志を強く持つために必要なことは何だと思いますか？ (What do you think is necessary to have a strong will?)
意志が弱い自分を許せますか？ (Can you forgive yourself for being weak-willed?)
誰かの遺志を継ぎたいと思ったことはありますか？ (Have you ever wanted to carry on someone's dying wish?)
意志の力で困難を乗り越えた経験を書いてください。 (Write about an experience where you overcame a difficulty through willpower.)
سوالات متداول
10 سوال意志 focuses on the strength of mind and determination (willpower). 意思 focuses on the content of a thought or an intention to do something (intent).
No, 意志 is too heavy for simple plans. Use 'yotei' or 'tsumori' for daily plans.
Usually yes, as it implies strength. However, '意志が強すぎる' (too strong-willed) can sometimes imply stubbornness.
You can say '意志の力' (ishi no chikara) or '意志力' (ishiryoku).
It means being weak-willed or having no staying power. It's a common four-character idiom.
Usually '意思' is used in legal contexts for 'intent', while '遺言' is used for a 'will' (testament).
In a biological sense, yes, but the word 意志 usually implies a high level of human consciousness and moral choice.
It means 'free will'—the philosophical concept that humans can make choices independently of fate.
You say '意志に反して' (ishi ni hanshite).
Yes, it is very common in literature, news, and daily talk about goals and personality.
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Summary
意志 is the internal 'engine' of resolve. While it translates to 'will', it carries a heavy nuance of mental fortitude and the conscious choice to persevere against obstacles, making it essential for discussing goals and character.
- 意志 (Ishi) refers to human will and determination, emphasizing the mental strength to follow through on decisions.
- It is commonly used with adjectives like 'strong' (強い) or 'weak' (弱い) to describe a person's character.
- Unlike 'intent' (意思), '意志' specifically highlights the 'willpower' aspect of the mind's desire.
- In Japanese culture, having a 'strong 意志' is a highly respected trait associated with success and resilience.
Look for the Heart
The kanji 志 has 心 (heart) at the bottom. This reminds you that 意志 comes from deep within your heart.
Pair with Verbs
Memorize 意志 with 'katameru' (firm up) and 'tsuranuku' (carry through) to sound natural.
Particle Choice
Use 'ga' for personality (意志が強い) and 'o' for actions (意志を固める).
Will vs Wish
Remember that 意志 is active. If you are just wishing for something, use 'negai' instead.
مثال
彼は成功するために強い意志を持っている。
محتوای مرتبط
عبارات مرتبط
واژههای بیشتر emotions
ぼんやり
B1به طور مبهم؛ با حواسپرتی. برای توصیف دید ناواضح یا وضعیت ذهنی بدون تمرکز استفاده میشود.
夢中
B1Absorption; engrossment; infatuation.
受け止める
B1گرفتن یک شیء در حال حرکت یا پذیرفتن جدی انتقادات و احساسات دیگران.
達成感
B1احساس رضایت و غرور هنگام تکمیل موفقیت آمیز یک کار یا دستیابی به یک هدف. این پاداش تلاش شماست.
ひしひしと
B1Acutely; keenly; strongly (feeling something).
適応する
B1سازگاری با محیط جدید کلید موفقیت است.
健気な
B2توصیفکننده فردی (معمولاً ضعیف یا کودک) که علیرغم سختیها، شجاعت و روحیهای ستودنی و تأثیرگذار از خود نشان میدهد.
感心な
B1قابل ستایش؛ تحسینبرانگیز. 'او کودک قابل ستایشی است که همیشه کمک میکند.' 'نگرش او نسبت به کار واقعاً تحسینبرانگیز است.'
感心
B1تحسین یا تحت تأثیر قرار گرفتن از رفتار یا تلاش کسی.
感心する
B1تحت تأثیر مهارت یا رفتار کسی قرار گرفتن.
