強い · i-adjective
| Form | Positive | Negative |
|---|---|---|
| Dictionary | 強い | 強くない |
| Polite | 強いです | 強くないですalso 強くありません |
| Past polite | 強かったです | 強くなかったですalso 強くありませんでした |
| Past | 強かった | 強くなかった |
| Te-form | 強くて | 強くなくて |
| Adverbial | 強く | |
| Conditional | 強ければ | 強くなければ |
| Tara conditional | 強かったら | 強くなかったら |
General physical or mental strength, potency, or forcefulness. Covers brawny, rugged, domineering, and competent nuances.
He has very strong power.
This team is really strong this year.
good at; skilled; knowledgeable
Used with 〜が強い or 〜に強い to indicate proficiency or expertise in a subject or activity.
She is good at math.
My older brother is knowledgeable about computers.
resistant; durable; able to handle
Used in the pattern 〜に強い to mean resistant to or able to withstand something, such as heat, pressure, or stress.
This material is resistant to heat.
He can handle pressure well.
Describes objects or structures that are physically sturdy, not easily bent or broken.
This desk is very solidly built.
Build a house on firm ground.
Used for natural phenomena, emotions, or sensations that are strong in degree, such as wind, rain, light, or feelings.
The wind is strong today.
He felt intense anger.
Describes a person or thing that can be relied upon; often used for allies, supporters, or reliable tools.
He is a dependable ally.
This dictionary is a reliable help.
This computer is heat-resistant.
He is strong in math.
A strong wind is blowing.
She is a person with a strong will.
He can hold his liquor well, so his face doesn't change no matter how much he drinks.
強い is the plain adjective for 'strong', while 強め softens it to mean 'somewhat strong' or 'on the strong side'.
強い is a general, everyday word for 'strong', while 強烈 is more emphatic and literary, used for striking or extreme impressions and sensations.
強い describes strength in general, while 濃い specifically refers to the concentration or intensity of a taste or smell.
強い is the general word for strong in any sense, while タフ specifically implies the ability to endure hardship or stress rather than just raw strength.
強い is the general, all-purpose word for 'strong,' while 逞しい specifically conveys thick, muscular, or indomitable strength with a positive, vigorous feel.
get stronger; intensify; gain strength
confident; self-assured; firm; strong-willed · bullish
heartening; reassuring
deep-rooted; firmly established; persistent
strengthen; intensify; emphasize
tenacious; persevering; persistent · sticky; viscous
strong; tough; formidable
high heat; high flame
bluff; show of courage; pretending to be strong
patient; persevering; long-suffering
pretend to be tough; put on a brave front; bluff
strength; power
being older or a senior; the first half of the year
strong; powerful; outstanding · exceedingly strong; perfectly fit
firm stance; tough attitude
strong-backed; having a strong lower back · stubborn; persevering; tenacious · viscous; elastic and sticky; chewy
child born in the first half of the year
strong interaction; strong force
heavy rain
bullish tendency; strong tone; firm tone
reassuring; stouthearted; strong-minded