Vocabulary

What does 志向 (しこう, shikou) mean?

志向 (しこう, shikou) means orientation, inclination.

Quick facts
Readingしこう
Romajishikou
Part of speechnoun, suru verb, transitive
Level (estimated, JLPT framework)N1
しこう
N1 · estimated, JLPT frameworkCommonshikou

orientation, inclination

  1. 1noun · suru verb · transitive intention; aim; preference (for)

Example sentences

  • Young people have a strong tendency toward stability.

  • This product is popular with customers who prefer high-end goods.

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Entries, readings and English glosses: JMdict — Electronic Dictionary Research and Development Group (EDRDG), licensed CC BY-SA 4.0. Example sentences and their translations written by GoMe.

Voice: VOICEVOX Nemo.

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