This is the 5025th most frequent Japanese word.
自立
Independence; self-reliance.
In this sentence, "自立" (jiritsu) refers to the act of becoming independent in terms of financial matters, signifying autonomy from parental support.
彼は両親から経済的に自立しました。
He became financially independent from his parents.
Here, "自立" is used in the context of developing an internal quality, specifically the mindset or spirit of being independent.
自立心を養うことは重要です。
Cultivating a sense of independence is important.
In this example, "自立" describes the state of an entity, the organization, being self-sufficient and not relying on external assistance.