Translation guide
Describes someone or something that is firm, unwavering, and loyal. In Japanese, this concept is expressed through various adjectives and phrases that emphasize unchanging resolve, loyalty, or determination.
Describing a person who remains loyal and devoted, especially in relationships or to a cause.
A common adjective meaning faithful, loyal, or devoted. Often used for people, duties, or principles.
He is steadfastly loyal to his wife.
She remained steadfast in her beliefs.
Describes single-minded devotion or wholehearted dedication, often in love or pursuit of a goal.
She is steadfast in her love for him.
A formal phrase meaning 'unchanging loyalty', suitable for solemn contexts.
He pledged steadfast loyalty to the king.
Describing a person's determination or attitude that does not waver despite difficulties.
An adjective meaning firm, resolute, or determined. Often used with 'とした' to describe an unwavering attitude.
He approached the negotiation with a steadfast attitude.
A verb phrase meaning 'unshakable' or 'unwavering'. Literally 'does not shake'. Commonly used for beliefs, trust, or determination.
His beliefs are steadfast.
Literally 'immovable'. Used for unwavering resolve or principles, often in formal or literary contexts.
Describing continuous, unwavering effort or dedication to a task.
Describing a position, policy, or principle that remains constant.
忠実 (ちゅうじつ) is a general term for loyalty and faithfulness, suitable for formal and informal contexts. 一途 (いちず) emphasizes single-minded devotion, often with a romantic or passionate nuance, and is more casual.
There is no single Japanese word that covers all nuances of 'steadfast'. Choose the expression based on whether you mean loyalty, resolve, persistence, or unchanging principles. Using a direct translation like '不動' in casual speech may sound overly dramatic.
彼女の決意は断固としている。
Her resolve is steadfast.
My trust in her is steadfast.
彼は不動の信念を持っている。
He has steadfast convictions.
着実な努力が成功につながる。
Steadfast effort leads to success.
His steadfast efforts bore fruit.
He maintained a steadfast attitude.