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“be eager” in Japanese

Japanese

Pronunciation

Romajiikigomu

Example

彼は大会に向けて意気込みます。kare wa tai kai ni mu ke te i ki go mi ma su

He is eager for the tournament.

Illustration for 意気込む (be eager)

How to say “be eager” in Japanese

“Be eager” in Japanese is 意気込む (ikigomu).

It conveys a strong inner drive that makes a person ready to act toward a goal.

Full entry for 意気込む: usage tips, similar words and word origin

Example sentences with 意気込む

彼女は新しい企画に意気込んで取り組んでいます。kano jo wa atara shi i ki kaku ni i ki go n de to ri ku n de i ma su

She is eagerly working on the new project.

Tips for using 意気込む

  • 意気込む (ikigomu) often describes a person's attitude before a competition, examination, or other demanding undertaking.

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