ひたむき
ひたむき
adjective (na)
earnest, single-minded, devoted
1.
earnest, single-minded, devoted, wholehearted
Describes a sincere and focused dedication to something, pursuing a goal with unwavering commitment and pure intention.
ひたむきに努力する。
To make a wholehearted effort.
ひたむきな姿に心を打たれた。
I was moved by the earnest dedication.
夢に向かってひたむきに走り続ける彼女を、応援したいと思った。
I wanted to support her as she single-mindedly kept running toward her dream.
ひたむき describes a pure, unwavering focus and dedication. It has a strongly positive connotation, suggesting sincerity and admirable perseverance.
FORMS:
- Adverbial: ひたむきに
- Noun modifier: ひたむきな + noun
- Noun form: ひたむきさ (earnestness)
COMMON COLLOCATIONS:
- ひたむきに頑張る: to try one's hardest wholeheartedly
- ひたむきな努力: devoted effort
- ひたむきな愛: devoted love
- ひたむきに取り組む: to tackle earnestly
SIMILAR WORDS:
- 一生懸命: with all one's might (more everyday)
- 真剣: serious, earnest (more about seriousness)
- ひたむき emphasizes purity of heart and single-minded devotion.