意気揚々

いきようよう
Alternative writings: 意気揚揚
Frequency:
1

Triumphant or exultant; in high spirits and proudly confident (four-character idiom).

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Examples

試験に合格し、彼は意気揚々と学校を出た。

Having passed the exam, he left school in high spirits.

チームは連勝して意気揚々としている。

The team is on a winning streak and feels triumphant.

昇進した彼女は意気揚々と新しい仕事を始めた。

Having been promoted, she started her new job with great confidence.

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