influential person; powerful person; big wheel
Refers to someone with real power or influence, often behind the scenes. Can be used in politics, business, or any organization.
He is known as a powerful figure within the party.
The real power behind that company stays out of the spotlight.
実力者 emphasizes actual ability or competence, whereas 有力者 focuses on influence and standing.
大物 emphasizes fame or status, whereas 実力者 stresses actual power or ability behind the scenes.
実力者 emphasizes someone's actual power or influence, whereas キーマン focuses on their pivotal role in a specific matter.
Compound of 実力 (real ability/power) and 者 (person).