権力
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Base noun form. Refers to political power, authority, or influence in social contexts. Used in phrases like 『権力を持つ』 (kenryoku o motsu, 'to have power').
Theme
At a university political science seminar, User and their classmate Kenji discuss the role of power in modern governance.
権力
けんりょく
power, authority, influence
Culture & SocietyWork & Business
Memory Hook
Imagine a king with a crown and scepter, symbolizing authority. 'Ken-ryoku' sounds like 'can rule' — he can rule with power! 'Can rule' → 権力 (kenryoku, 'power, authority').
Cultural Note
In Japanese society, 『権力』 (kenryoku, 'power') is often discussed in contexts like politics, business, and social hierarchies. It can imply influence or control, and is a key concept in media and literature about leadership.
Forms
Base: 権力Base noun form. Refers to political power, authority, or influence in social contexts. Used in phrases like 『権力を持つ』 (kenryoku o motsu, 'to have power').