1.
physical strength; stamina; physical fitness
The physical energy and endurance of the body.
体力をつける。
To build up physical strength.
体力が落ちた。
My stamina has declined.
体力勝負になる。
It becomes a test of endurance.
体力 is composed of 体 (body) + 力 (power).
COMMON PATTERNS:
- 体力をつける: to build stamina
- 体力がある: to have/lack stamina
- 体力測定: physical fitness test
- 体力的に: physically
RELATED WORDS:
- 筋力: muscular strength
- 持久力: endurance
- 気力: mental strength, willpower