推進

• Reading: すいしん
• Romaji: suishin
• Kanji breakdown: 推 (sui) — to push, advance; 進 (shin) — to proceed, progress
• Pronunciation: /sɯiɕiɴ/

Meaning

Promotion; driving forward; propulsion of a plan, policy, or initiative.

A noun (する-verb: 推進する) used both literally (propelling a vessel) and figuratively (advancing a project or policy). In the figurative sense it implies sustained, organised effort to move something forward. 推進力 (driving force) and 推進委員会 (steering committee) are common compounds in policy and business writing.

Examples

1. 政府はカーボンニュートラルの推進に向けた政策を発表した。 The government announced policies aimed at promoting carbon neutrality.
2. DX推進担当として社内のデジタル化を主導している。 As the person in charge of DX promotion, I am leading the company's digitalization efforts.
3. 改革を推進するには強力なリーダーシップが必要だ。 Strong leadership is needed to drive reform forward.

Usage Guide

Context: policy, business, government, project management

Tone: neutral

Origin & History

From 推 (to push, advance) and 進 (to go forward, progress). The combination conveys the idea of pushing something forward with deliberate force.

Cultural Context

Era: Modern

Generation: Adults

Social background: Professional