Translation guide
Describes something that does not change or weaken, such as determination, support, or belief. Japanese uses various adjectives and phrases depending on whether you are describing a person's attitude, a steady gaze, or unchanging principles.
To describe a person's firm and unchanging resolve, spirit, or determination.
Literally 'unshakable'. Commonly used to describe determination, resolve, or trust that does not waver.
His determination is unwavering.
She has an unwavering belief.
Literally 'immovable'. Often used in formal or literary contexts to describe unwavering resolve or principles.
To take on a challenge with unwavering determination.
Means 'firm' or 'steadfast'. Used for attitudes, beliefs, or determination that are solid and unchanging.
He showed unwavering will.
Casual term meaning 'unshakable' or 'consistent'. Often used for a person's stance or attitude that doesn't waver.
His attitude is always unwavering.
To describe support, loyalty, or commitment that remains constant and does not falter.
Similar to 揺るがない but often used attributively. Describes support, trust, or loyalty that is unshakable.
I am grateful for your unwavering support.
Means 'unchanging'. Commonly used for support, love, or feelings that remain constant.
Means 'consistent'. Used for attitudes, policies, or support that do not change over time.
I appreciate your unwavering stance.
To describe a steady, fixed gaze or attention that does not waver.
To describe principles, standards, or rules that are firm and unchanging.
Both mean 'unshakable', but 揺るがない is the predicative form (ends a sentence), while 揺るぎない is the attributive form (modifies a noun). In modern usage, 揺るぎない is more common as a set phrase before nouns like 支援 (support) or 信頼 (trust).
Direct translations like 揺れない (which just means 'not shaking') do not convey the figurative sense. Use the expressions above depending on context.
The unwavering friendly relations between the two countries.
We ask for your unwavering support. (formal)