Four-character idioms that help elementary schoolers not give up: words that spark the power to keep trying

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“Complete combustion” is one of the expressions often used in sports.

It means giving everything you’ve got until the very end.

If you hold back and end up losing, you’ll be left with regrets.

To secure victory and to avoid regrets, it’s necessary to go all out.

If you pour out all your strength, do everything you possibly can, and still lose, you can accept the defeat—and it will be easier to reset your mindset and move on to the next step to get even stronger.

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single-mindedly; with undivided focus

A simple 1-minute anime that even elementary school students can understand explains the meaning of the four-character idiom “Isshin Furan” (wholeheartedly, with undivided attention) ★ How to remember four-character idioms ★ How to use four-character idioms

This four-character idiom is read as “isshin furan,” and it describes the state of focusing intently on a single task.

It is used when one charges ahead toward a purpose or goal, rather than turning one’s attention to various things.

For example, during a sports match, an exam, or while absorbed in a favorite game, you might find yourself unconsciously becoming isshin furan.

However, concentrating too much on just one thing can lead to accidents or injuries, so it’s best to be careful.

indomitable; unyielding

Four-character idiom: Indomitable and Unyielding | Overcoming difficulties with a strong will

It looks like a difficult kanji compound, but it’s read as “futō fukutsu.” It means to persevere without slackening and without being discouraged.

When you devote yourself earnestly to your goals day by day, there will be moments when you feel like your spirit might break.

But this four-character idiom reminds us that even then, it’s important to keep challenging ourselves, even if we’re not perfect.

If you continue without bending the resolve or conviction behind your “I’ll do my best” and “I’ll see it through,” you’ll surely meet a version of yourself who has grown one step further.

Single-minded focus spanning a vast distance

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Banri-ikkuu (boundless and single-minded focus) #banri ikkuu #four-character idiom #learning

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It’s read as “banri ikkū.” “Banri” means “vastly far,” and “ikkū” means “one sky.” Originally, it carried the idea that no matter how far you go, the sky is connected everywhere.

Nowadays, it’s used to mean persevering and continuing to make efforts toward a goal without giving up.

Even if your objective feels distant, thinking that you can reach it bit by bit through steady effort can encourage you to “keep trying a little longer.” Please remember this phrase whenever you set a new goal.

An unwavering, deeply held aspiration

@hiroaki946

Meimei no kokorozashi Shorts Short videos Mini videos Idioms Four-character compounds Proverbs Japanese Language meanings Wordplay Learning Education Trivia Japanese culture Killing time Study Knowledge Trivia Everyday life The power of words VOICEVOX: Shikoku Metan Dark-sounding four-character idiom: “Meimei no kokorozashi” Example sentence: From a young age, he maintained a strong interest in astronomy. He never made his passion public to his family or friends, but he continued stargazing late into the night, and within his heart, a powerful longing for the stars and a burning “meimei no kokorozashi” to unravel the mysteries of the universe never ceased. As a result of his efforts, he was finally recognized as an international astronomer, and his name became known throughout the world. Meaning: Meimei no kokorozashi refers to a strong will or goal hidden within oneself that is unknown to others. This four-character idiom expresses deep wishes or resolve in the depths of one’s heart—things that do not appear outwardly but serve as the driving force behind a person’s actions and efforts. That is all.

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Pronounced “meimei no kokorozashi,” this four-character idiom combines two words: “冥冥” (meimei) and “志” (kokorozashi).

“冥冥” refers to a darkness without light or to something deep and hidden from people’s eyes, while “志” refers to a resolve one sets in one’s heart.

In other words, this idiom likely means “to make a determination deep in one’s heart without others knowing” or “to strive without announcing it to others.” The image of steadily working toward one’s self-set goals seems likely to influence many people.

friendly rivalry; mutual improvement through competition

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“Sessatakuma (切磋琢磨)” — What does it mean?Meaning: To improve oneself through friendly rivalry or mutual encouragement; to polish and refine each other’s abilities by competing and working hard together.translationtranslationmutual improvement; spurring each other on through friendly rivalry#TikTokLIVE#LIVE

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Many people have heard this four-character idiom, and it’s read as “sessa takuma.” It appears to carry two meanings.

The first is: just as one carefully polishes stone or jade over time, one should refine one’s learning, morals, and skills.

The second is: to improve by competing with and encouraging one another among peers and those around you.

Achieving goals absolutely requires cooperation from others.

It’s ideal to have an environment where people can work while encouraging and being encouraged by each other.

to lie on firewood and taste gall (an idiom meaning to endure hardship and persevere for future revenge or success)

This four-character idiom, read as “gashin-shōtan,” means to endure hardship and persevere over a long period of time in order to achieve a goal.

As you keep working hard, there will be moments of failure or discouragement.

At such times, this idiom may support some children.

Even if they experience setbacks, it would be wonderful if they could use those experiences as a springboard to aim higher and ultimately accomplish their goals.

It is one of the expressions we especially want to pass on, as it helps cultivate the strong willpower and focus needed to keep striving without giving up.