“Ambition” in Japanese
Short answer
Ambition in Japanese is “大願” (taigan). Full meaning: ambition, the Buddha's great vow (to save all people).
Other ways to say “Ambition” in Japanese
野心
yashin ambition, aspiration; sinister designs, treachery
大志
taishi ambition, aspiration
野望
yabou ambition, aspiration
アンビション
anbishon ambition
功名心
koumyoushin ambition, aspiration
向上心
koujoushin ambition, aspiration, desire to improve oneself
大望
taimou aspiration, ambition
抱負
houfu aspiration, ambition, plan, hopes, wishes
覇気
haki spirit, drive, vigour, vigor; ambition, aspiration
志望
shibou wish, desire, ambition, choice
ウイル
uiru will, intent, desire, ambition; will, testament
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