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