synonym Comparative
能力
VS
実力
Differences Between "能力" and "実力"
Option A
能力
Meaning
ability, capability, capacity
Reading
のうりょく (nōryoku)
Syllabus Level
N4
Practical Example
彼は高い語学能力を持っています。
He has a high language ability.
Option B
実力
Meaning
true ability, real power, merit
Reading
じつりょく (jitsuryoku)
Syllabus Level
N3
Practical Example
彼の実力は誰もが認めている。
Everyone recognizes his true ability.
Which one to use?
Select the correct Japanese word for this context
Which word fits this context: "(ability, capability, capacity)"?
🎉 正解 / Correct!
使い分け解説:
- 能力: Refers to one's skill, competence, or potential to do something. Often used with がある/ない (to have/not have ability).
- 実力: 見かけや評判ではなく、実際に持っている能力や力量を指します。 (Refers to actual ability or capability, not just appearance or reputation.)
- 能力: Refers to one's skill, competence, or potential to do something. Often used with がある/ない (to have/not have ability).
- 実力: 見かけや評判ではなく、実際に持っている能力や力量を指します。 (Refers to actual ability or capability, not just appearance or reputation.)
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