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JLPT N3 Intermediate

やる気

Motivation, drive, or willingness to act.

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Other forms

ヤル気 for emphasis
遣る気 rare kanji
Noun

Motivation" / "Drive

Refers to the specific willingness or spirit required to initiate and sustain an action.

Example

最近 、 仕事 の やる気 が 全然 ない ん です 。

Lately, I have absolutely no motivation for work.

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Motivation, drive, or willingness to act.
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