これこそが、私が求めていた真実なのだ。
This is exactly the truth I was seeking.
Japanese
こそ
こそ
Meaning: precisely; especially; (particle for emphasis)
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This time for sure, I want to succeed.
よし、今度こそ絶対に成功させてみせる。
Alright, this time I will definitely make it a success.
真の友情は、困難な時にこそ試される。
True friendship is tested especially in difficult times.
これこそが、我々の進むべき道であります。
This is precisely the path we should take.
私は今年こそタバコをやめようと決心した
I've decided to quit smoking this year for sure.
努力は裏切らない。であるからこそ、最後まで諦めずに走り抜こう。
Effort does not betray. Therefore, let's run to the end without giving up.
苦しい時こそ、最後まで踏ん張ることが大切だ。
It is important to hold your ground until the end, especially when things are tough.
彼女は見た目こそか弱いが、芯の強い女性だ。
She looks frail, but she is a woman with a strong core.
災害時にこそ、地域社会の結束が試される
It is precisely in times of disaster that the unity of the community is tested.
Usage Notes
A particle used to emphasize the preceding word, indicating that 'this and nothing else' is the focus.
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