1.
aspiration; ambition; goal; will
A strong desire to achieve something significant. One's purpose or aim in life, especially regarding career, contribution to society, or personal growth.
高い志を持って働いている。
I work with high aspirations.
志を同じくする仲間と出会えた。
I met comrades who share the same aspirations.
2.
goodwill; kind intention; gift (as token of appreciation)
A gesture of appreciation or goodwill. Also refers to a small gift or monetary offering as an expression of gratitude or respect.
お志だけいただきます。
I gratefully accept your kind intention (but decline the gift itself).
COMMON EXPRESSIONS:
- 志を持つ (to have aspirations)
- 高い志 (high aspirations/ambitions)
- 志を立てる (to set one's goals/resolve)
- 志を同じくする (to share the same aspirations)
- 志半ばで (with one's goals unfulfilled)
SENSE 2 USAGE:
お志 is used politely when referring to someone's kind gesture or offering:
- お志、ありがとうございます (Thank you for your kind gesture)
- This usage often appears in formal contexts like funerals or ceremonies
RELATED WORDS:
- 志望 (aspiration, desire - often for career goals)
- 野心 (ambition - can have negative connotation)
- 抱負 (aspiration, resolution - often for new year)