Japanese phrase
志望動機は___です。 shi bō dō ki wa ___ de su
Meaning
My motivation for applying is ___.
When to use it
States the reason for applying. It is common in application forms and interviews and has a neutral, polite tone.
Example dialogue
留学を志望した理由は何ですか？ ryū gaku o shi bō shi ta ri yū wa nan de su ka
Why do you want to study abroad?
志望動機は英語力を伸ばすことです。 shi bō dō ki wa ei go ryoku o no ba su ko to de su
My motivation for applying is to improve my English.