Self-Awareness
Realization, Awareness, Consciousness
noun, verbal noun
What does self and awake mean in combination? This refers to self-awareness, consciousness of yourself, or a realization.
Wondering about the difference between 意識 and 自覚? 意識 refers to a general state of awareness or consciousness, while 自覚 specifically relates to self-awareness. It implies clearly recognizing one's own actions, abilities, or circumstances, and is often used in contexts relating to personal growth.
This is a jukugo word, which usually means on'yomi readings from the kanji. If you know the readings of your kanji you'll know how to read this as well.
夫から、母親としての自覚が無いって言われて、めっちゃムカついた。
My husband told me I lack an awareness for maternal responsibilities and that made me super upset.
君は社会人としての自覚を持った方がいいよ。 私、自覚のない人とは付き合いたくない...。
You should be aware that you're also a member of society. I don't wanna be around people who lack self-awareness.
禁煙して三ヶ月になるけど、まだ時々煙草を吸いたいという衝動に駆られるね。興味深いことに、煙草が吸いたくなる時、自分ではそれをあまり自覚してないんだ。自分の人差し指を噛みしめているのに気づいて、ようやく自覚するんだよ。
I’ve stopped smoking for three months now, but I still get the urge to smoke a cigarette every once in a while. Interestingly, when I really want to smoke, I’m not really aware of it. I only just realize it when I find myself chewing on my index finger.