- 努力 — effort
- 実力 — real ability
- 能力 — capability
- 力持ち — strong person
- 重力 — gravity
- 力仕事 — physical labor
- 実力 — true ability; real strength
- 協力 — cooperation
- 力量 — competence; capability
- 力作 — a masterpiece; a work made with great effort
“力” was originally drawn from a farming tool, symbolizing physical power and effort. It now represents both literal and figurative strength — from personal energy to economic influence. It’s one of the most fundamental kanji used across many fields.
彼は 力が 強いです。
He is strong.
努力すれば、夢は 叶います。
If you make an effort, your dreams can come true.