自己啓発(じこけいはつ)

じこけいはつ
noun
self-improvement; self-development
abstractbusiness
1. self-improvement; self-development; personal growth
The practice of improving one's knowledge, skills, or character through one's own efforts. Encompasses reading, studying, training, and other voluntary learning activities.
自己啓発(じこけいはつ)に励(はげ)む。
To devote oneself to self-improvement.
自己啓発(じこけいはつ)本(ぼん)をよく読(よ)んでいる。
I often read self-help books.
会社(かいしゃ)が自己啓発(じこけいはつ)のための費用(ひよう)を補助(ほじょ)してくれる。
The company subsidizes expenses for self-development.

Usage

自己啓発(じこけいはつ) is commonly used in both personal and professional contexts. Many Japanese companies encourage 自己啓発(じこけいはつ) and may provide financial support for courses or certifications.

Forms

自己(じこ) (self) + 啓発(けいはつ) (enlightenment, development).

Common collocations

  • 自己啓発(じこけいはつ)本(ぼん): self-help book
  • 自己啓発(じこけいはつ)セミナー: self-improvement seminar
  • 自己啓発(じこけいはつ)に励(はげ)む: to work at self-improvement
  • 自己啓発(じこけいはつ)費用(ひよう): self-development expenses
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