薄はく志し

noun

weak-willed; small token of appreciation

This word has two distinct meanings. The first is a somewhat literary term for a person lacking strong will or determination. The second is a humble expression used when giving a small gift, often in formal or written contexts. The two meanings are not directly related and should be understood separately.

• 彼かれは薄はく志しで、自じ分ぶんの意い見けんをはっきり言いえない。

  He is weak-willed and cannot clearly state his own opinion.

• これは薄はく志しですが、どうぞお受うけ取とりください。

  This is just a small token of my appreciation, but please accept it.