抱負(ほうふ)

ほうふ
noun
aspiration; ambition; resolution
cognition
1. aspiration; ambition; resolution
A goal or ambition that one holds in their heart and intends to achieve. Often used when stating plans or resolutions for the future, especially at the start of a new year, job, or role.
新年(しんねん)の抱負(ほうふ)を語(かた)る。
To talk about one's New Year's resolutions.
彼(かれ)は大(おお)きな抱負(ほうふ)を抱(いだ)いている。
He harbors great ambitions.
新(あたら)しい部長(ぶちょう)が就任(しゅうにん)のあいさつで抱負(ほうふ)を述(の)べた。
The new department head stated their aspirations during their inauguration speech.

抱負(ほうふ) refers to aspirations or resolutions that one intends to achieve — goals held in the heart for the future.

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Usage

Frequently appears at the start of a new year, a new job, or a new role. Common in speeches, interviews, and self-introductions.

Watch out

Not to be confused with 豊富(ほうふ) (abundant, plentiful) — same pronunciation but different kanji and meaning.

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