1.
physical strength; stamina; physical fitness
The physical energy and endurance of the body.
体力 refers to overall physical strength, stamina, and fitness — the body's capacity for exertion and endurance.
COMMON PATTERNS:
- 体力をつける: to build up stamina
- 体力がある/ない: to have/lack stamina
- 体力が落ちる: stamina declines
- 体力測定: physical fitness test
- 体力的に: physically (in terms of stamina)
- 体力勝負: a contest of endurance
RELATED 〜力 WORDS:
- 筋力: muscular strength
- 持久力: endurance
- 気力: mental strength, willpower
- 泳力: swimming ability
- 学力: academic ability
The pair 体力と気力 (physical and mental strength) is commonly used together.
Related Words
Related:
気力 (mental strength, willpower)