English–Japanese

“passion” in Japanese

Japanese

Pronunciation

Romajijōnetsu

Example

彼は音楽への情熱を持っています。kare wa on gaku e no jō netsu o mo tte i ma su

He has a passion for music.

Illustration for 情熱 (passion)

How to say “passion” in Japanese

“Passion” in Japanese is 情熱 (jōnetsu).

Centers on a powerful inner feeling that drives a person to devote energy to something.

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

Example sentences with 情熱

彼は料理への情熱を毎日の仕事に生かしています。kare wa ryō ri e no jō netsu o mai nichi no shi goto ni i ka shi te i ma su

He puts his passion for cooking into his daily work.

Tips for using 情熱

  • In English, passion can describe a deep commitment to music, art, work, or a cause, not only romantic love.

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