意気込み (ikigomi) Japanese meaning: enthusiasm | Kotomora気
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He is showing enthusiasm for the new project.
Enthusiasm alone won't bring success.
Usage patterns
〈人〉が意気込みを見せるfor someone to show enthusiasm/determination
The new player showed his enthusiasm in his first game.
意気込みを語るto speak about one's enthusiasm/ambitions
The coach spoke about his ambitions for next season.
〜という意気込みでwith the resolve/attitude that...
He trained with the resolve that he would absolutely win.
意気込みが伝わるfor one's enthusiasm to come across/be felt
His speech conveyed a strong sense of determination.
意気込み emphasizes eager enthusiasm or motivation toward a task, while 心意気 stresses an inner spirited character or resolve.
