真摯(しんし)

しんし
na-adjective
sincere, earnest
formalpersonality
1. sincere, earnest, serious
Describes a genuine and wholehearted attitude toward something, especially work, study, or interpersonal relationships. Implies deep commitment and lack of pretense.
真摯(しんし)に受(う)け止(と)める。
To take something seriously.
彼(かれ)は仕事(しごと)に真摯(しんし)に取(と)り組(く)んでいる。
He is earnestly committed to his work.
批判(ひはん)を真摯(しんし)に受(う)け止(と)め、改善(かいぜん)に努(つと)めます。
I will take the criticism seriously and work toward improvement.

Usage

Often used in formal or written contexts, especially in business and official statements. The adverbial form 真摯(しんし)に is extremely common, particularly in the set phrase 真摯(しんし)に受(う)け止(と)める (to take something seriously/sincerely).

Writing

真(しん) means "true" and 摯(し) means "earnest." The character 摯(し) is rarely used outside this compound.

Common collocations

Related Words

Synonym: 真心(まごころ) (sincere heart (warm tone))
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Added 2026.2.26 21:49 · Revised 2026.9.2 13:01
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