がむしゃら

Alternative writings: 我武者羅, 我武者ら
Frequency:
1

Doing something recklessly or frantically without regard for consequences; throwing oneself into an effort heedlessly. Often carries a somewhat negative nuance.

Na-AdjectiveNounUsually KanaYojijukugo

Examples

彼は試験に合格するためにがむしゃらに勉強した。

He studied frantically to pass the exam.

若いころはがむしゃらだったが、今は少し冷静になった。

I was reckless when I was young, but now I've calmed down a bit.

がむしゃらに走った結果、足を痛めてしまった。

As a result of running recklessly, I injured my leg.

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