頑固
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Base noun form. Used to describe a person's trait of being unyielding or obstinate. Often appears in phrases like 『頑固な人』 (ganko na hito, 'stubborn person').
Theme
Two coworkers, Ken and User, are discussing a project at the office where Ken is known for being inflexible.
頑固
がんこ
stubbornness
People & IdentityEmotions & Personality
Memory Hook
Imagine a stubborn old man who won't budge, saying 'Gan-gu!' (sounds like 'gang-go') — he's stuck in his ways. 'Gang-go' → 『頑固』 (ganko, 'stubbornness').
Cultural Note
In Japanese culture, 『頑固』 (ganko, 'stubbornness') can be seen as both a negative trait (inflexibility) and a positive one (perseverance), often used to describe characters in stories or elders who stick to traditions.
Forms
Base: 頑固Base noun form. Used to describe a person's trait of being unyielding or obstinate. Often appears in phrases like 『頑固な人』 (ganko na hito, 'stubborn person').