Japanese

いこう
Meaning: intention, inclination, wish
Part of Speech: Noun

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Handwriting

意
向

Example sentences

He made clear his intention to resign.
原著者の意向を尊重して、翻訳を進める。
Proceed with the translation while respecting the original author's intentions.
先方の意向を確認してから返事を出します。
I will send a reply after confirming the other party's intentions.
交渉の前に、相手の意向を瀬踏みした。
Before the negotiation, I sounded out the other party's intentions.

Usage Notes

A formal word for 'intention' or 'plans'. It refers to someone's inner thoughts or decisions about what they intend to do.

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