strong, powerful, energetic

JLPT N5 12 strokes

Words with this Kanji

Core Meaning

The character (qiáng) primarily means "strong" or "powerful." It can describe physical strength, mental toughness, or competitive ability.

Usage in Context

It is commonly used to describe people, companies, or things that have notable strength or influence. For example, "身体" refers to physical robustness, while "竞争" refers to strong competitiveness.

Common Collocations

  • 强迫 (qiǎngpò): to force or coerce, often implying pressure or insistence.
  • 强烈 (qiángliè): intense or strong (feelings, reactions).
  • 强大 (qiángdà): powerful or mighty, often used for organizations or countries.

Nuances and Tips

When used as an adjective, emphasizes notable or above-average strength. It can also appear in verbs like 强迫, where it conveys forcefulness. Avoid confusing with similar words like "" (yìng), which means "hard" or "stiff" rather than strong in ability or influence.

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This character is neutral and widely used in both formal and informal contexts.

Example Sentences

He is very strong physically and often participates in marathons.

This company has strong competitiveness in the market.

He strongly forces others to accept his opinions.