歩み
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Base noun form. It can refer to a physical step, metaphorical progress, or historical development. Often used in compound phrases like 『歩み寄る』 (ayumiyoru, 'to compromise').
Theme
At a café, User and their colleague Aya discuss career goals and personal growth over coffee.
歩み
あゆみ
step / progress / history
Advanced ExpansionAbstract Concepts
Memory Hook
Imagine a person taking a step forward, marking progress in history. 'Step' sounds like 'step' in English, and 『歩み』 (ayumi) can be linked to 'a-yumi' as in 'a journey' — each step is part of your progress or history.
Cultural Note
In Japanese, 『歩み』 (ayumi, 'step / Progress / History') is often used in formal or literary contexts to describe the progress of a person, organization, or nation. For example, 『歴史の歩み』 (rekishi no ayumi, 'the march of history') is a common phrase in books and speeches.
Forms
Base: 歩みBase noun form. It can refer to a physical step, metaphorical progress, or historical development. Often used in compound phrases like 『歩み寄る』 (ayumiyoru, 'to compromise').