English–Japanese
“driving force” in Japanese
Japanese
Pronunciation
Romajigendōryoku
Example
好奇心は学びの原動力です。kō ki shin wa mana bi no gen dō ryoku de su
Curiosity is the driving force behind learning.
How to say “driving force” in Japanese
“Driving force” in Japanese is 原動力 (gendōryoku).
Describes the central force or motive that makes a person, activity, or process move forward.
Example sentences with 原動力
人の役に立ちたいという思いが、彼の仕事の原動力になっています。hito no yaku ni ta chi ta i to i u omo i ga kare no shi goto no gen dō ryoku ni na tte i ma su
The desire to help others has become the driving force behind his work.
Tips for using 原動力
- In Japanese, 原動力 (gendōryoku) applies to inner motives such as curiosity as well as forces that propel a project or movement.