主義
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Base noun form. Refers to a set of beliefs, principles, or ideologies that guide behavior or thought. Commonly appears in compound words to denote specific doctrines.
Theme
In a university club meeting, User and their senior Takashi debate personal values and the principles that guide their life choices.
主義
しゅぎ
doctrine, cause, principle
Advanced ExpansionAbstract Concepts
Memory Hook
Think of a 'shugi' (sounds like 'shoo-ghee') as a guiding principle you 'shoo' others to follow. 'Shoo to the principle' → 主義 (shugi, 'doctrine').
Cultural Note
『主義』 (shugi) is often used in political or philosophical contexts, such as 『民主主義』 (minshu shugi, 'democracy') or 『個人主義』 (kojin shugi, 'individualism'), reflecting core beliefs in Japanese society.
Forms
Base: 主義Base noun form. Refers to a set of beliefs, principles, or ideologies that guide behavior or thought. Commonly appears in compound words to denote specific doctrines.