威力 wēilì might
might; formidable power
How to remember 威力: 威 might + 力 power = might.
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How it is used
- 'Formidable power' of weapons, forces, or forces of nature - 核武器的威力 (héwǔqì de wēilì) the power of nuclear arms.
- Often 威力巨大/惊人 (wēilì jùdà/jīngrén) enormous, awe-inspiring might.
- Refers to destructive or impactful force, not authority over people (that's 权力, quánlì).
Example sentences
- 一名伟大的战士威力显著，无需抵死奋战。 Yīmíng wěidà de zhànshì wēilì xiǎnzhù, wúxū dǐsǐ fènzhàn.A great warrior radiates strength. He doesn't have to fight to the death.