Chikara

JLPT N4

力 (Chikara) is a Japanese noun meaning “force, strength, might, vigour”.

Meanings

  1. nounforce; strength; might; vigour; vigor; energy
  2. nouncapability; ability; proficiency; capacity; faculty
  3. nounefficacy; effect
  4. nouneffort; endeavours; endeavors; exertions
  5. nounpower; authority; influence; good offices; agency
  6. nounsupport; help; aid; assistance

Examples

  • My strength is all gone.

  • Might is right.

  • I feel lethargic.

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