精 力 的(せいりょくてき)

せいりょくてき

na-adjective

energetic; vigorous; dynamic

1. energetic; vigorous; dynamic

Describes someone who approaches tasks or activities with great energy and dedication. Typically used for sustained effort over time rather than momentary bursts of energy.

精力的(せいりょくてき)に活動(かつどう)する。

To work energetically.

彼(かれ)は精力的(せいりょくてき)に研究(けんきゅう)を続(つづ)けている。

He continues his research vigorously.

社長(しゃちょう)は七十歳(ななじっさい)を過(す)ぎても精力的(せいりょくてき)に海外出張(かいがいしゅっちょう)をこなしている。

The president continues to handle overseas business trips energetically even past seventy.

A positive word describing sustained, purposeful energy. Most commonly used with に as an adverb modifying verbs of action. It conveys admiration for someone's tireless effort and is frequently used in biographical and news writing.

Forms

精力(せいりょく) (energy, vitality) + 的(てき) (-like, -ful)

Common collocations

精力的(せいりょくてき)に活動(かつどう)する: to be actively engaged
精力的(せいりょくてき)に取(と)り組(く)む: to tackle something vigorously
精力的(せいりょくてき)な人(ひと): an energetic person
精力的(せいりょくてき)に働(はたら)く: to work energetically

Similar words

活発(かっぱつ): active, lively — more general; can describe children, discussions, or markets
積極的(せっきょくてき): proactive, positive — emphasizes willingness and initiative rather than raw energy
エネルギッシュ: energetic — loanword with a similar meaning but more casual tone

Related Words

Compare: 活発(かっぱつ) (active, lively)

Compare: 積極的(せっきょくてき) (proactive, positive)

Compare: エネルギッシュ (energetic)

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