1.
leadership; ability to lead; guidance ability
The ability to guide, direct, or lead others effectively. Used for leaders in politics, education, business, and sports.
指導力のあるリーダーが必要だ。
We need a leader with strong leadership.
首相の指導力が問われている。
The prime minister's leadership is being questioned.
彼女は優れた指導力でチームをまとめ、大会で優勝に導いた。
With her outstanding leadership, she united the team and led them to victory in the tournament.
USAGE:
A compound of 指導 (guidance, leadership) + 力 (power, ability). Commonly used in political commentary, education, and business management discussions.
COMMON COLLOCATIONS:
- 指導力を発揮する (to demonstrate leadership)
- 指導力が問われる (one's leadership is called into question)
- 指導力に欠ける (to lack leadership)
SIMILAR WORDS:
- リーダーシップ: leadership — loanword, commonly used in business
- 統率力: commanding ability — more about directing and controlling a group