好意を持つ こういをもつ Meanings Expression, Godan verb to feel goodwill (towards); to wish someone well See also: 好意 (こうい). to have a strong liking (for); to be emotionally involved See also: 好意 (こうい). Kanji 好 good. Read as コウ. 意 mind 持 hold. Read as もつ. Jinuma: Japanese Dictionary · Word lists