English–Japanese

“single-mindedly” in Japanese

Japanese

Pronunciation

Romajiisshin

Example

子どもたちは先生の話に一心に耳を傾けています。ko do mo ta chi wa sen sei no hanashi ni is shin ni mimi o katamu ke te i ma su

The children are listening intently to their teacher.

Illustration for 一心 (single-mindedly)

How to say “single-mindedly” in Japanese

“Single-mindedly” in Japanese is 一心 (isshin).

It presents the heart and mind as devoted to one aim without being pulled toward other concerns.

Full entry for 一心: usage tips, similar words and word origin

Example sentences with 一心

子どもたちは一心に先生の話を聞いています。ko do mo ta chi wa is shin ni sen sei no hanashi o ki i te i ma su

The children are listening intently to their teacher.

Tips for using 一心

  • In Japanese, 一心 (isshin) often appears in the pattern 一心に (isshin ni), which describes focused action rather than a general feeling of sincerity.

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