Common Expressions Used in Business Situations (Part 15)
Common Expressions Used in Business Situations (Part 15) 腰を据える（こしをすえる） — “Koshi wo sueru” (to settle down / commit oneself) 📚 Original meaning: To sit firmly or settle one’s body in a stable position. 📖 In the workplace: Used metaphorically to mean “to calmly and steadily focus on one task for the long term.” It implies commitment, concentration, and determination — rather than a short-term or superficial effort. 💼 Example sentences: I’ll commit myself seriously to this project. (腰を据えてこのプロジェクトに取り組みます。) I need some time to sit down and think carefully. (腰を据えて考える時間が必要だ。) I’d like to devote myself fully to training new employees. (腰を据えて新人教育を進めたい。) 💡 Additional note: Used when one decides to tackle something with full commitment and long-term focus — similar to “get settled,” “commit seriously,” or “dedicate oneself.”
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2025年10月
