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発ほっ起き

also: はっき

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Meanings

1

noun, noun or participle which takes 'suru', transitive verb

originating; initiating; proposing

Refers to the act of coming up with an idea or plan and taking the first step to make it happen. Often used in formal or business contexts.

2

noun, noun or participle which takes 'suru', intransitive verb

spiritual awakening; religious resolution

Buddhist term for the arising of the aspiration for enlightenment or a firm religious resolve. Compare 発心 (ほっしん).

See also: 発心