Japanese

べんがく
Meaning: pursuit of knowledge; studying
Part of Speech: Noun

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Handwriting

勉
学

Example sentences

He is working hard at his studies for his future.
彼女は毎日、勉学に勤しんでいる
She diligently applies herself to her studies every day.
学生はすべからく勉学に励むべきだ。
Students should by all means apply themselves to their studies.
彼は貧しいながらも鑿壁偸光の精神で勉学に励んだ。
He studied hard despite his poverty, a true example of 'sakuhekitoukou'.
「尺璧非宝」の教え通り、一刻も無駄にせず勉学に励むべきだ。
As the teaching 'Sekiheki hihou' says, one should strive in their studies without wasting even a moment.

Usage Notes

A more formal term for 'study' than 'benkyou'.

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