Copyright © 2026 Kotomora. All Rights Reserved.
地道 (じみち) Japanese meaning | Kotomora
Common word JLPT N2 Freq. Frequency Top 20,000 Meanings 1
na-adjective, noun
steady ; honest ; sober ; straightforward ; reliable
Describes a person, attitude, or method that is diligent, down-to-earth, and persistent without flashiness. Often used for steady effort or a reliable, no-nonsense approach.
I'm saving money steadily and persistently.
Kanji 道 road-way, street, district Similar words 着ちゃく 実じつ 着実 emphasizes steady, sure progress toward a goal, while 地道 adds a nuance of unglamorous, honest, ground-level work.
真面目まじめ 真面目 means serious, earnest, or diligent in character, whereas 地道 focuses on the steady, unflashy nature of the effort or method itself.
Etymology Compound of 地 (ground, earth) and 道 (way, path), literally 'ground path', suggesting a down-to-earth, steady approach.
