意思(いし)

いし
noun
intention, will
1. intention, will, wish
One's intent or desire to do something. Often used in formal or legal contexts to express a person's decision or intention.
本人(ほんにん)の意思(いし)を確認(かくにん)する。
To confirm the person's intention.
参加(さんか)の意思(いし)があるかどうか聞(き)いてください。
Please ask whether they have the intention to participate.
患者(かんじゃ)の意思(いし)を尊重(そんちょう)した治療(ちりょう)方針(ほうしん)を決(き)めることが大切(たいせつ)だ。
It is important to decide on a treatment plan that respects the patient's wishes.

意思(いし) refers to a person's intention or desire, often in formal, legal, or medical contexts.

COMMON COLLOCATIONS:

  • 意思(いし)表示(ひょうじ): expression of intent (legal term)
  • 意思(いし)確認(かくにん): confirmation of intent
  • 意思(いし)決定(けってい): decision-making
  • 意思(いし)を尊重(そんちょう)する: to respect someone's wishes
  • 意思(いし)疎通(そつう): communication, mutual understanding

CONTRAST WITH 意志(いし):

  • 意思(いし): intention, wish — focuses on what someone wants or intends (rational decision)
  • 意志(いし): will, willpower — focuses on determination and strength of resolve

Both are read いし but 意思(いし) is about intent while 意志(いし) is about determination.

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Contrast: 意志(いし) (will, willpower)
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