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性根 (しょうこん) Japanese meaning | Kotomora
Meanings 1
noun
perseverance ; determination ; tenacity ; grit
Refers to inner strength, willpower, or the mental fortitude to keep going despite difficulties. Often used in contexts of enduring hardship or staying committed.
Kanji 根 root, radical, head (pimple) Similar words 根こん 性じょう 根性 also means guts or willpower, but often carries a more aggressive, competitive, or stubborn nuance. 性根 focuses more on inner, steady perseverance.
忍にん 耐たい 忍耐 means patience or endurance, emphasizing the ability to bear suffering or waiting. 性根 includes a more active, determined aspect.
Etymology Compound of 性 (nature, character) and 根 (root, foundation), suggesting a deep-seated character or innate perseverance. The exact historical derivation is uncertain.
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To succeed, it's important to persevere with determination.
