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努
endeavor · strive · make an effort
N2On: どKun: つと
Memory Aid
'Do' — DO your best to ENDEAVOR and apply effort.
Vocabulary
努力どりょくeffort, exertion
努めるつとめるto endeavor, to strive
努力家どりょくかhard worker, diligent person
努めてつとめてas much as possible, diligently
Example Sentences
彼は良い成績を取るために**努め**た。
He strove to get good grades.
私は常に最善を尽くすよう**努め**ます。
I always strive to do my best.
困難な状況でも、彼は決して**努め**を怠らなかった。
Even in difficult situations, he never neglected his efforts.
事故を防ぐために、皆で**努め**ましょう。
Let's all endeavor to prevent accidents.