Japanese symbol for “volition”
意志
いし
Romaji: ishi
will; volition; intention; intent
In Japanese, volition is 意志, read いし (ishi).
Before using these characters for a tattoo, check them with a native speaker. Dictionary words often have several meanings, and the right choice depends on context.
Meanings
- n will; volition; intention; intent; determination
Kanji and stroke order
Other Japanese words for “volition”
| Word | Reading | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| オンターデ | オンターデ ontaade | will; volition |
Related words
Words that share a kanji.
| Word | Reading | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| 意味 | いみ imi | meaning; significance; sense |
| 注意 | ちゅうい chuui | attention; notice; heed |
| 意識 | いしき ishiki | consciousness |
| 意見 | いけん iken | opinion; view; comment |
| 用意 | ようい youi | preparation; arrangements; provision |
| 得意 | とくい tokui | satisfaction; pride; triumph |
| 同志 | どうし doushi | like-mindedness; (being of the) same mind; shared sentiment |
| 志向 | しこう shikou | intention; aim; preference (for) |
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