～力
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Suffix attached to nouns to form compound words meaning 'power of ~' or 'ability of ~'. For example, 『体力』 (tairyoku, 'physical strength') from 『体』 (tai, 'body') + 『力』 (ryoku, 'power').
Theme
At a local gym, User and their friend Ken discuss different aspects of physical training and personal strengths.
～力
～りょく
power of ~
Advanced ExpansionAbstract Concepts
Memory Hook
Imagine a superhero flexing their muscles — they have the 'power of' something. The suffix 『力』 (ryoku, 'power') attaches to words like 'super' or 'mind' to create terms like 『超能力』 (chōnōryoku, 'superpower'). Think: 'Power of ~' → ～力.
Cultural Note
In Japanese, 『力』 (ryoku, 'power') is often used in compound words to denote ability or strength, such as in martial arts terms like 『体力』 (tairyoku, 'physical strength') or in business contexts like 『購買力』 (kōbairyoku, 'purchasing power'). It's a common suffix in media and everyday language.
Forms
Base: ～力Suffix attached to nouns to form compound words meaning 'power of ~' or 'ability of ~'. For example, 『体力』 (tairyoku, 'physical strength') from 『体』 (tai, 'body') + 『力』 (ryoku, 'power').