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アクティブ

also: アクティヴ · アクチブ

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Common wordFreq.FrequencyTop 10,000

Meanings

1

na-adjective

Describes a person, lifestyle, or thing that is energetic, engaged, or in operation. Often used in contexts like アクティブに過ごす or アクティブな人.

彼かれはとてもアクティブな人ひとで、週しゅう末まつはいつも外そとで遊あそんでいる。
He is a very active person and always plays outside on weekends.
休きゅう暇か中ちゅうはアクティブ

に

過す

ごし

たい

。

I want to spend my vacation actively.

Written forms

アクティブUsage97%
Standard katakana spelling; the most common written form.
アクティヴUsage3%
search-only kana form
Search-only variant reflecting an alternative romanization; not a common practical spelling.

Similar words

活かっ発ぱつ
活発 is a native Japanese word meaning 'lively' or 'vigorous', often used for children, discussions, or economic activity. アクティブ is a loanword with a slightly more modern, lifestyle-oriented nuance.
積せっ極きょく的てき
積極的 means 'proactive' or 'positive' in attitude, emphasizing initiative. アクティブ focuses more on physical or behavioral activity.

Etymology

Loanword from English 'active'.