Japanese word

心構え

Pronunciation

Romajikokorogamae

Meaning

  • nounmindset

Example

新しい仕事を始めるときは、前向きな心構えが大切です。atara shi i shi goto o haji me ru to ki wa mae mu ki na kokoro gama e ga tai setsu de su

A positive mindset is important when starting a new job.

Illustration for 心構え (mindset)

More examples

困難な交渉には、冷静な心構えが求められます。kon nan na kō shō ni wa rei sei na kokoro gama e ga moto me ra re ma su

A calm mindset is required for difficult negotiations.

Core concept

Expresses how a person mentally prepares and positions themselves toward an event or task.

Common phrases

  • 心構えを持つkokoro gama e o mo tsu

    have the right mindset

  • 心構えができているkokoro gama e ga de ki te i ru

    be mentally prepared

  • 心構えを固めるkokoro gama e o kata me ru

    strengthen one's resolve

  • 心構えを整えるkokoro gama e o totono e ru

    prepare mentally

Similar words

気構えkigamae: A mental readiness for dealing with an event or task.
姿勢shisei: A way of thinking and acting toward an issue, activity, or situation.
覚悟kakugo: Readiness to endure a difficult result or take responsibility for it.
意気込みikikomi: Eager determination to begin or carry out an activity.

Definition in Japanese

ある事に取り組む前に整えておく気持ちや態度。a ru koto ni to ri ku mu mae ni totono e te o ku ki mo chi ya tai do

Word origin

心 (kokoro, "mind") combines with 構え (kamae, "readiness") to denote the state of mind held when approaching a situation.

Usage tips

  • The phrase 心構えができている (kokorogamae ga dekite iru) describes someone who is mentally ready, even when no physical preparation is mentioned.

Other meanings

  • frame of mindnoun
  • preparednessnoun

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