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strength

noun B1
1

güç, kuvvet, dayanıklılık B1

the physical or mental power that enables a person or object to perform a task or resist force

The weightlifter demonstrated impressive strength on stage.

  • Children develop strength as they grow older.
  • Doctors measured the patient's muscle strength during the exam.
  • Endurance athletes need both stamina and strength to succeed.
  • Scientists are studying how nutrition affects muscle strength in the elderly.
  • physical strength · fiziksel kuvvet Regular exercise can increase your physical strength.
  • strength training · güç antrenmanı She follows a strength training program three times a week.

sb: somebody · sth: something

similar: power

opposite: weakness

2

güçlü yön, avantaj B2

a quality or attribute that gives a person or thing an advantage over others

She highlighted her strengths during the interview.

  • The team's strengths helped them win the competition.
  • Understanding your own strengths can improve personal development.
  • His strengths in mathematics made him a valuable research assistant.
  • Employers often assess candidates' strengths through behavioral questions.
  • strengths and weaknesses · güçlü yönler ve zayıf yönler The manager asked each employee to list their strengths and weaknesses.
  • strength in sth He has great strength in analytical thinking.
  • the strength of sth The strength of the argument convinced the panel.
  • play to one's strengths She always tries to play to her strengths in group projects.

sb: somebody · sth: something

similar: advantage

opposite: weakness

3

askeri güç, asker mevcudu C1

the number of soldiers, ships, or weapons that a country or organization possesses

The report assessed the nation's military strength.

  • Allies discussed ways to enhance collective security and strength.
  • Historical records show how the empire's strength declined over centuries.
  • Strategists consider both economic and military strength when planning policy.
  • The conference highlighted the importance of maintaining regional strength in volatile areas.
  • military strength · askeri kuvvet The country's military strength has grown significantly in the last decade.
  • strength of the navy · donanmanın gücü The strength of the navy is reflected in its modern fleet.
  • strength of sth Analysts evaluated the strength of the army before the treaty.

sb: somebody · sth: something

similar: force

simpler: army

opposite: weakness

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