How to say "single-minded" in Japanese
- 一途いちずna-adjective, noun, noun (suffix)Covers 'single-minded' as wholehearted, determined devotion—being set on one person or pursuit to the exclusion of all else. Typical of unwavering love or single-hearted dedication to a goal.
- 一筋ひとすじna-adjective, noun (suffix)Covers 'single-minded' as earnest, resolute intent fixed on one thing alone and kept up steadily. Typical of someone who has devoted themselves single-mindedly to one craft, field, or path.
Both convey single-minded devotion and overlap heavily: 一途 leans toward wholehearted, often emotional devotion to a person or goal, while 一筋 leans toward earnest, resolute dedication to one pursuit kept up steadily.
Usage comparisons are AI-assisted and cross-checked by multiple models; for study reference only


