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有志 (ゆうし) Japanese meaning | Kotomora
Common word Freq. Frequency Top 20,000 Meanings 1
noun, noun which may take the genitive case particle 'no'
volunteer ; interested person ; supporter
Refers to someone who participates in an activity or group out of their own will, not by obligation. Often used in organizational contexts to denote voluntary members or participants.
Kanji 志 intention, plan, resolve Similar words ボランティア ボランティア is a more general term for volunteer work, often implying unpaid service for a cause. 有志 emphasizes voluntary participation based on personal interest or will, and can be used in formal or organizational settings.
Etymology Composed of 有 (possess, exist) and 志 (will, intention), literally meaning 'having will'. The word has been used in Japanese to refer to those who act voluntarily.
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