Meaning and Usage
"全力" means "all one's power" or "full effort." It is often used to express putting maximum energy or strength into an action or task.
Common Contexts
You will hear "全力" in sports, work, or any situation where someone is giving their utmost effort. It can be used with verbs like "尽くす" (to devote), "出す" (to put out), or "走る" (to run).
Collocations and Patterns
- 全力を尽くす: to do one's best, to devote all one's energy
- 全力で: doing something with full power or effort
- 全力投球: literally "full power pitching," used metaphorically for giving one's all in work or tasks
Register and Nuance
"全力" is neutral and can be used in both formal and informal contexts. It emphasizes sincerity and seriousness in effort.
Common Mistakes
Learners sometimes confuse "全力" with just "力" (power) or "努力" (effort). "全力" stresses the totality of effort, not just effort itself. Use it when you want to highlight that you are giving everything you have.