進歩する

• Reading: しんぽする
• Romaji: shinpo suru
• Kanji breakdown: 進 (shin) — to advance, proceed; 歩 (po/ho) — step, walk
• Pronunciation: /ɕiɴ.po.sɯ.ɾɯ/

Meaning

To progress; to advance; to make strides. Describes improvement or forward movement in skills, technology, or knowledge.

A する verb formed from the noun 進歩 (progress). Focuses on incremental forward movement and improvement, especially in technology, science, and personal skills. More specific than 発展, which implies broader expansion. 進歩的 (progressive) is a common derivative adjective.

Examples

1. 医学は近年大きく進歩している。 Medicine has made great strides in recent years.
2. 毎日練習すれば日本語は必ず進歩する。 If you practice every day, your Japanese will definitely improve.
3. AIの進歩は私たちの生活を変えている。 Advances in AI are changing our lives.

Usage Guide

Context: technology, education, science

Tone: optimistic

Origin & History

Compound of 進 (shin, to advance/proceed) and 歩 (po/ho, step/walk). Literally 'advancing steps' — moving forward one step at a time.

Cultural Context

Era: Modern

Generation: All ages

Social background: Universal