気勢
Meanings
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Refers to energetic enthusiasm, fighting spirit, or high morale. Often used in contexts of motivation, competition, or spirited action.
Overwhelmed by his fervor, I couldn't argue back.
The players' spirits were high before the match.
Usage patterns
- 〈人〉が気勢を上げるfor someone to raise a rallying cry / show fighting spirit
The demonstrators marched, shouting rallying cries with great spirit.
- 気勢が上がるfor spirits/morale to rise
The team's victory boosted everyone's fighting spirit.
Expressions
- 気勢を削ぐdampen someone's spirit; take the wind out of someone's sails