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“courage” in Japanese

Japanese

Pronunciation

Romajiyūki

Example

勇気を出して話します。yū ki o da shi te hana shi ma su

I will find the courage to speak.

Illustration for 勇気 (courage)

How to say “courage” in Japanese

“Courage” in Japanese is 勇気 (yūki).

Describes the inner strength that allows a person to act despite fear or hesitation.

Full entry for 勇気: usage tips, similar words and word origin

Example sentences with 勇気

小さな一歩を踏み出すには勇気が必要です。chii sa na ichi ho o fu mi da su ni wa yū ki ga hitsu yō de su

You need courage to take the first step.

Tips for using 勇気

  • Japanese speakers use 勇気 (yūki) for ordinary social challenges, such as speaking to a stranger, asking a question, or sharing an honest opinion.

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