synonym Comparative
強要
VS
威力
Differences Between "強要" and "威力"
Option A
強要
Meaning
coercion, compulsion, extortion, force
Reading
きょうよう (kyouyou)
Syllabus Level
N2
Practical Example
彼は同僚に、会議での発言を強要された。
He was forced by his colleague to speak at the meeting.
Option B
威力
Meaning
power, might, authority, force
Reading
いりょく (iryoku)
Syllabus Level
N2
Practical Example
その台風は恐ろしい威力で町を破壊した。
That typhoon destroyed the town with terrible power.
Which one to use?
Select the correct Japanese word for this context
Which word fits this context: "(coercion, compulsion, extortion, force)"?
🎉 正解 / Correct!
使い分け解説:
- 強要: To force someone to do something against their will, often through threats or pressure. Has a negative connotation. Not to be confused with 教養 (kyouyou) meaning culture/education. 相手に無理やり何かをさせること。
- 威力: Refers to the power or force that something possesses, often implying a strong impact or influence. Can be used for natural phenomena, weapons, or even a person's authority.
- 強要: To force someone to do something against their will, often through threats or pressure. Has a negative connotation. Not to be confused with 教養 (kyouyou) meaning culture/education. 相手に無理やり何かをさせること。
- 威力: Refers to the power or force that something possesses, often implying a strong impact or influence. Can be used for natural phenomena, weapons, or even a person's authority.
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