1.
powerful, strong, forceful
Having or showing great physical power or intensity.
力強い握手をした。
We exchanged a firm handshake.
太鼓の力強い音が響いた。
The powerful sound of the drums echoed.
選手たちは力強く走った。
The athletes ran powerfully.
2.
reassuring, encouraging, reliable
Giving a feeling of confidence and support.
力強い言葉に勇気をもらった。
I was encouraged by the powerful words.
彼の存在は力強い。
His presence is reassuring.
先生の力強い応援のおかげで、最後まで頑張ることができた。
Thanks to my teacher's reassuring support, I was able to keep going until the end.
COMPOUND ADJECTIVE: 力 (power, strength) + 強い (strong)
Note the rendaku: つよい → づよい
COMMON COLLOCATIONS:
- 力強い言葉 (powerful words)
- 力強い味方 (reliable ally)
- 力強い握手 (firm handshake)
- 力強い歩み (powerful stride)
- 力強い支援 (strong support)
FORMS:
- Adverb: 力強く
- Negative: 力強くない
- Past: 力強かった