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10 Language-to-English DictionariesMuko-ni-suru
/mukōniːsɯɾɯ/Comprehensive Definitions & Senses
2 senses- 1
To turn towards or face something, often used in a figurative sense.
"In the meeting, she decided to mukō-ni-suru and address the concerns directly." - 2
To direct one's attention or efforts towards a specific goal or objective.
"He chose to mukō-ni-suru on his studies to improve his grades."
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Linguistic Origin & Historical Etymology
The term 'muko-ni-suru' originates from Japanese, where 'muko' means 'to the other side' or 'facing', and 'suru' is a verb meaning 'to do'. This phrase has evolved in modern usage to imply a sense of direction or intention towards something, often used in various contexts in Japanese culture.
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10 Global Lexicons: How "Muko-ni-suru" is said worldwide
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Faire face
Transliteration: Fɛʁ fɑs
"Elle a décidé de faire face aux défis."
Sich wenden
Transliteration: Zich ˈvɛndən
"Er beschloss, sich den Herausforderungen zu wenden."
Affrontare
Transliteration: Affrontare
"Ha deciso di affrontare le sfide."
Enfrentar
Transliteration: Enfrentar
"Decidió enfrentar los desafíos."
Enfrentar
Transliteration: Enfrentar
"Ela decidiu enfrentar os desafios."
सामना करना
Transliteration: Sāmnā karnā
"उसने चुनौतियों का सामना करने का निर्णय लिया।"
面对
Transliteration: Miànduì
"她决定面对挑战。"
직면하다
Transliteration: Jikmyeonhada
"그녀는 도전에 직면하기로 결정했다."
向こうにする
Transliteration: Mukō ni suru
"彼女は挑戦に向こうにすることに決めた。"
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