English–Japanese

“pursuit” in Japanese

Japanese

Pronunciation

Romajitsuikyū

Example

理想を追求します。ri sō o tsui kyū shi ma su

I pursue my ideals.

Illustration for 追求 (pursuit)

How to say “pursuit” in Japanese

“Pursuit” in Japanese is 追求 (tsuikyū).

Expresses an active search for something valued, with attention to the effort and direction involved in reaching it.

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

Example sentences with 追求

研究者は新しい治療法の追求を続けています。ken kyū sha wa atara shi i chi ryō hō no tsui kyū o tsuzu ke te i ma su

Researchers continue the pursuit of new treatments.

Tips for using 追求

  • The related word 追究 (tsuikyū) focuses on investigating a subject deeply, whereas 追求 (tsuikyū) usually focuses on striving to attain a goal or value.

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