(まごころ)

まごころ
noun
sincerity, true heart
1. sincerity, true heart, genuine feelings
A pure and honest heart without any pretense or ulterior motives. Refers to genuine care, devotion, or goodwill.
真心(まごころ)()めて(つく)りました。
I made it with all my heart.
彼女(かのじょ)真心(まごころ)のこもったプレゼントに感動(かんどう)した。
I was moved by her heartfelt gift.
客様(きゃくさま)真心(まごころ)()めたサービスを提供(ていきょう)することが(わたし)たちの使命(しめい)です。
Our mission is to provide heartfelt service to our customers.

USAGE:
Most commonly appears in the phrase 真心(まごころ)()めて (with all one's heart, wholeheartedly). Frequently used in hospitality, gift-giving, and business contexts to express genuine care. It has a warm, somewhat elevated tone.

COMMON COLLOCATIONS:

  • 真心(まごころ)()めて: with all one's heart
  • 真心(まごころ)のこもった: heartfelt, sincere
  • 真心(まごころ)()くす: to devote oneself sincerely

SIMILAR WORDS:

  • 誠意(せいい): sincerity, good faith (more formal, used in apologies and negotiations)
  • 真摯(しんし): earnest, sincere (na-adjective, emphasizes seriousness)