マッスル

noun

muscle; strength

Loanword from English, often used in fitness, bodybuilding, or casual contexts. Can refer to physical muscles or muscular strength. Compare with native 筋肉 (きんにく) which is more formal and anatomical.

See also: 筋肉 (きんにく)

• 彼かれはジムでマッスルを鍛きたえている。

  He is building his muscles at the gym.

• このプロテインはマッスルをつけるのに効こう果か的てきだ。

  This protein is effective for gaining muscle.