Japanese

じつりょく
Meaning: actual ability; merit; true strength
Part of Speech: Noun

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Handwriting

実
力

Example sentences

I took the exam to test my actual ability.
毎日練習すれば、必ず実力が付く。
If you practice every day, you will definitely gain skill.
自分の実力を試すために、コンテストに応募した。
I entered the contest to test my own ability.
彼は大事な試合で実力を発揮した。
He demonstrated his true ability in the important match.
実力の程は、実際に試合をしてみるまで分からない。
The extent of one's ability isn't known until actually playing a match.
実力は互角で、勝負は五分だ。
Their skills are equal, and the match is fifty-fifty.
彼は自分の実力を周囲にアピールした
He appealed his ability to those around him.
彼は私の実力をなめているようだ。
He seems to be underestimating my ability.
彼らは実力を行使した。
They used force.
毎日の練習を怠ったせいで、試合で実力を出せなかった。
Because I neglected my daily practice, I couldn't perform to my full potential in the match.

Usage Notes

Refers to the actual competence someone possesses, as opposed to potential or titles.

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