独立心
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Meanings
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independent spirit; independence of mind
Refers to a person's inner disposition to think and act independently, without relying on others.
He has had a strong independent spirit since he was young.
To foster a child's independence of mind, it is important to let them make their own decisions.
Usage patterns
- 〈人〉に独立心があるsomeone has an independent spirit
She has a strong independent spirit.
- 独立心を養うto cultivate an independent spirit
It's important to cultivate independence of mind from childhood.
- 独立心が強いto have a strong independent spirit
He has a strong independent spirit and dislikes relying on others.