English–Japanese
“diligent” in Japanese
How to say “diligent” in Japanese
“Diligent” in Japanese is 勤勉 (kinben).
Expresses the habit of applying oneself seriously and consistently to a task over time.
Example sentences with 勤勉
毎朝、彼女は勤勉に漢字を練習しています。mai asa kano jo wa kin ben ni kan ji o ren shū shi te i ma su
Every morning, she diligently practices kanji.
Tips for using 勤勉
- English uses diligent for regular study as well as careful work, so the word applies beyond school settings.
Other Japanese words for “diligent”
彼は地道に勉強しています。kare wa ji michi ni ben kyō shi te i ma su
He studies diligently.