Japanese Word · Intermediate
すじをとおす
to do what is logical and right
Pronunciation: [sɨʑi o̞ to̞ːsɨ]
Meaning
to do what is logical and right
Example
日本ではこうした筋を通すという思想は、義理と人情という形で古くから親しまれてきました。
In Japan this ideology of propriety has long been widely known in the forms of giri and ninjō (duty and empathy).
Practice tips
- Practice すじをとおす out loud — read the pronunciation guide above and repeat.
- Use it in your own sentence today; reuse beats rereading.
- Pay attention to context: this Japanese word is for intermediate-level learners.