意向(いこう)

いこう
noun
intention, inclination, wishes
formalbusinesscognition
See also: 移行(いこう) (transition), 以降(いこう) (onward, after)
1. intention, inclination, wishes, intent
A person's or organization's intention or desire regarding a course of action. Refers to a considered, often formally expressed wish rather than a casual preference. Common in business, political, and official contexts.
本人(ほんにん)の意向(いこう)を確認(かくにん)する。
To confirm the person's wishes.
政府(せいふ)は規制(きせい)緩和(かんわ)の意向(いこう)を示(しめ)した。
The government indicated its intention to ease regulations.
患者(かんじゃ)の意向(いこう)を尊重(そんちょう)した治療(ちりょう)方針(ほうしん)を立(た)てることが大切(たいせつ)だ。
It is important to develop a treatment plan that respects the patient's wishes.

意向(いこう) refers to a formally or seriously held intention or wish, especially regarding decisions or courses of action.

Common collocations

Similar words

  • 意向(いこう): intention, wishes (formal, about decisions and policy)
  • 意図(いと): intent, aim (more deliberate, sometimes implying hidden motive)
  • 意志(いし): will, determination (inner resolve)
  • 希望(きぼう): hope, wish (what one desires, not necessarily decided)

Related Words

Compare: 意図(いと) (intent, aim)
Compare: 意志(いし) (will, determination)
Compare: 希望(きぼう) (hope, wish)
Compare: 内意(ないい) (real intention)
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Added 2026.2.22 13:33 · Revised 2026.9.2 13:01
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