Translation guide
How to express 'courageously' in Japanese, covering adverbs, verbs, and phrases that convey acting with bravery or boldness.
He spoke courageously.
To do something even though you are afraid, showing courage.
Literally 'putting out courage', this is the most common way to say 'courageously' or 'mustering the courage to do something'. Used before a verb.
He courageously told the truth.
Adverbial form of 'brave/heroic'. Often used for physical bravery or heroic acts.
The firefighter courageously jumped into the fire.
Means 'without fear'. Emphasizes the absence of fear rather than the presence of courage.
She courageously stated her opinion.
Means 'daringly' or 'taking the plunge'. Used when you decide to do something bold despite hesitation.
I courageously confessed my feelings to him.
To act in a daring or audacious manner, often ignoring risks or social norms.
Means 'boldly' or 'daringly'. Can be positive (courageous) or negative (reckless) depending on context.
He courageously started a new business.
Means 'resolutely' or 'boldly'. Often used in contexts like sports, challenges, or battles.
The player courageously attacked.
Means 'daring to do something' or 'venturing to'. Often used when doing something that is generally avoided.
To act with moral courage, especially in the face of opposition or injustice.
勇気を出して emphasizes the act of summoning courage, often for personal or emotional challenges. 勇敢に is more about heroic bravery, often physical. Use 勇気を出して for everyday courage (speaking up, confessing) and 勇敢に for acts of valor.
I courageously apologized.
The soldier fought courageously.
English often uses 'courageously' as an adverb, but Japanese often prefers verb phrases like 勇気を出す or 思い切って〜する. Using 勇敢に in casual contexts can sound overly dramatic.
She courageously faced her fears.
They courageously defended their rights.
敢えて困難な道を選んだ。
I courageously chose the difficult path.
She courageously stood up to the authorities.