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vocabulary ability; word power
The size and depth of a person's vocabulary, especially in the context of language learning or communication skills.
単語力をつけるには毎日の積み重ねが大切だ。
Building vocabulary requires daily accumulation.
読解の成績は単語力に左右されることが多い。
Reading comprehension scores are often influenced by vocabulary ability.
英語の単語力を伸ばすために、毎日新しい単語を十個ずつ覚えるようにしている。
To improve my English vocabulary, I try to learn ten new words every day.
A compound of 単語 (word, vocabulary) and 力 (power, ability). Commonly used in language learning and test preparation contexts. The 〜力 suffix is productive in Japanese, forming many ability-related compounds.
COMMON COLLOCATIONS:
- 単語力をつける: to build vocabulary
- 単語力を伸ばす: to expand vocabulary
- 単語力が足りない: to lack vocabulary
- 単語力テスト: vocabulary test
RELATED TERMS:
- 語彙力: vocabulary ability — a more formal synonym; 語彙 is the academic term for vocabulary while 単語 is more casual
- 読解力: reading comprehension ability — another 〜力 compound for a language skill
- 表現力: expressive ability — the skill of putting thoughts into words