膂 (lǚ) - Strength & physical power

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lǚ ｜ 14 strokes ｜ radical:

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Strength;

physical power;

muscular force;

backbone;

sinews.

Strengthphysical powermuscular force

Usage highlights

Physical strengthGreat strengthStrength of sinewsStrength of armsHerculean strength

Synonyms

Antonyms

Usage & contexts

Examples

  • He has great physical strength (膂力过人).
  • The general's strength was legendary (将军膂力).
  • It requires considerable force (需要很大的膂力).

Collocations

  • Physical strength(膂力)
  • Great strength(膂力过人)
  • Strength of sinews(筋膂之力)
  • Strength of arms(臂膂)
  • Herculean strength(神膂)

Idioms

  • With extraordinary physical strength(膂力过人)
  • The strength of sinews and backbone(筋膂之力)

Cultural background

FAQ
  • Originally referred to the spine and back muscles, considered the source of physical power in traditional Chinese physiology.
  • Used in classical texts to describe heroic strength and martial prowess.
  • Appears in historical and literary contexts rather than everyday modern usage.

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