No. 107 in Japanese
力
"Power," "strength," or "ability."
In a sentence
彼はその石を動かすのに十分な力があった。
He had enough strength to move that stone.
In this sentence, 力 refers to physical strength or power, which is required to achieve a task, such as moving a heavy object.
彼女の歌には人々を感動させる力がある。
Her singing has the power to move people's hearts.
Here, 力 denotes an emotional or psychological influence or force that the act of singing exerts over people's feelings.
その学生は学ぶ力が強い。
That student has a strong ability to learn.
In this context, 力 signifies an ability or capability, specifically the aptitude or competence in learning or acquiring knowledge.
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