力 — Power
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Common Japanese Words with 力 (Power)
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The power (力) of your ability (能) is your overall ability/faculty.
Having strong (強) power (力) gives you herculean strength.
Frequently Asked Questions About 力 (Power)
What is the best kanji mnemonic for 力 (Power)?
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The Shibashi Japanese kanji mnemonic for 力 ("Power", read as りょく) is: Rio’s cool (りょく), but shooting your power-ful bow there may be tricky (りき)... Using visual kanji mnemonics that combine the character's radicals, meaning, and reading into a single illustrated scene makes 力 effortless to recall.
What does the kanji 力 mean and how is it read in Japanese?
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The Japanese kanji 力 means "Power". Its primary reading is りょく (On'yomi: りょく, りき; Kun'yomi: —). Our Japanese kanji mnemonics tie the reading directly into the visual story so you remember both the meaning and pronunciation together.
What are common Japanese words and compounds with 力?
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Essential Japanese vocabulary words containing 力 include: 能力 (のうりょく - ability, faculty), 強力 (きょうりょく - herculean strength, mountain carrier-guide).
How do Japanese kanji mnemonics help you remember 力 (Power) faster?
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