1.
sense of duty; sense of obligation; feeling of responsibility
The internal feeling that one must do something because it is one's duty or responsibility, regardless of personal desire.
Composed of 義務 (duty, obligation) and 感 (feeling, sense). Describes the psychological feeling of being obligated to do something.
Common collocations
- 義務感から: out of a sense of duty
- 義務感に駆られる: to be driven by a sense of duty
- 強い義務感: a strong sense of duty
- 義務感を感じる: to feel a sense of obligation
Usage
Often used in contexts where someone does something not because they want to but because they feel they must. Can carry a slightly negative nuance when implying that the action lacks genuine motivation or enthusiasm.
Similar words
- 責任感: sense of responsibility — broader, includes taking ownership of outcomes
- 義務感: sense of duty — more about feeling compelled by obligation
- 使命感: sense of mission — implies a higher calling or purpose
Related Words
Compare:
責任感 (sense of responsibility)