How to say "forward-looking" in Japanese
Choosing the right word
- 前向きまえむきna-adjective, no-adjectiveThe straightforward choice for forward-looking in its positive, constructive sense: an attitude of facing problems, change, or the future with optimism. It is the common word of the two and usually what you want.
- 前のめりまえのめりna-adjective, no-adjectiveLiterally 'leaning forward,' it stresses the proactive side of forward-looking: eagerness to take initiative and press ahead. It is the less common of the two, so 前向き is the more usual choice.
Use 「前向き」 for the general positive, constructive sense of a forward-looking attitude; 「前のめり」, the less common word, is closest to the proactive sense of eagerly pressing ahead with something.
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