有力

ゆうりょく

influence, prominence

JLPT N1

Character Breakdown

Meaning and Usage

The adjective 有力 (yǒulì) describes something or someone possessing strength, power, or influence. It is commonly used to describe physical strength, persuasive arguments, or influential support.

Common Contexts

  1. Physical strength or force: e.g., 有力表现 (powerful performance).
  2. Strong arguments or evidence: e.g., 有力 (convincing argument).
  3. Influential support or backing: e.g., 有力支持 (strong support).

Collocations and Patterns

  • 有力支持: strong support, often used in social or political contexts.
  • 有力证据: strong evidence, used in legal or academic discussions.
  • 有力反击: powerful counterattack, used in military or sports contexts.

Nuances

Using 有力 implies not just presence but effectiveness and impact. It often conveys a positive evaluation of strength or influence. Avoid confusing it with 力气 (physical strength) alone; 有力 emphasizes effectiveness or persuasiveness.

Register

It is a neutral to formal adjective suitable for spoken and written Chinese, including news reports, academic writing, and everyday conversation.

Example Sentences

This athlete's performance was very powerful and won the competition.

He put forward a strong argument that convinced everyone.

This protest received strong support.