志望
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Noun expressing a wish, desire, or ambition, typically used in formal or aspirational contexts. Example: 『大学を志望する』 (daigaku o shibou suru, 'to aspire to enter a university').
Theme

At a university career fair, User talks with their classmate Aya about future goals.

志望

しぼう

wish, desire, ambition

People & IdentityEmotions & Personality

Memory Hook

Think of someone with a strong wish, saying 'Shibou!' (志望 shibou sounds like 'she-bow') — she bows to her ambition!

Cultural Note

『志望』 (shibou, 'wish, ambition') is often used in formal contexts like job applications, school admissions, or career goals. For example, 『志望動機』 (shibou douki, 'motivation for application') is a common term in interviews.

Forms

Base: 志望Noun expressing a wish, desire, or ambition, typically used in formal or aspirational contexts. Example: 『大学を志望する』 (daigaku o shibou suru, 'to aspire to enter a university').