Kanji Homophone Battle
Pronunciation Trap: "のうりょく (nōryoku)"
Same sound, completely different Kanji! Choose the right conceptual writing.
Kanji Option A
能力
のうりょく (nōryoku)
N4 / CEFR
VS
Kanji Option B
のうりょく
のうりょく (nōryoku)
N3 / CEFR
Nuance Contrast & Translation Difference
In Japanese, many words share the exact same pronunciation "のうりょく (nōryoku)" but are written with different Kanji, changing the meaning entirely.
- 能力 (Level: N4): Translates to "ability, capability, capacity" and is used when Refers to one's skill, competence, or potential to do something. Often used with がある/ない.
- のうりょく (Level: N3): Maps to "ability, capacity, capability" and carries the nuance of Refers to the skill, power, or capacity to do something effectively. Can be inherent or developed..
Bilingual Context for "能力"
彼は高い語学能力を持っています。
He has a high language ability.
Bilingual Context for "のうりょく"
彼は高い言語能力を持っている。
He has high language ability.
Kanji Selection Quiz
Which Kanji perfectly fits this blank space?
Which Kanji perfectly fits the blank: "彼は高い語学 ＿＿＿ を持っています。" (Meaning: "He has a high language ability.")
🎉 Correct Answer!
Correct! "能力" is used for "ability, capability, capacity" in the context: "He has a high language ability.".