Japanese

せっきょくてき
Meaning: positive; active; proactive
Part of Speech: Adjectival noun

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Example sentences

彼は何事にも積極的に取り組む。
He approaches everything proactively.
彼は地域のボランティア活動に積極的に参加している。
He is actively participating in local volunteer activities.
会議で積極的に発言する。
Speak up actively in the meeting.
留学生たちは地元の住民と積極的に交流している。
The international students are actively interacting with the local residents.
新しい技術を積極的に取り入れることで、生産性を向上させる。
By actively adopting new technologies, we will improve productivity.

Usage Notes

Used to describe a forward-looking, active, or positive attitude toward tasks or situations.

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