インパクト
Meanings
2
impact (of a ball against a racket, bat, club, etc.)
Specifically the moment of contact in sports like tennis, baseball, or golf.
The moment of impact when the ball hits the racket is crucial.
Usage patterns
- 〈事〉がインパクトを与えるfor something to make a strong impact/impression
His speech made a strong impact on the audience.
- 〈人〉がインパクトを受けるfor someone to be strongly impressed/affected
I was strongly impressed by the new design.
- 〈物・事〉にインパクトがあるfor something to have a strong visual or emotional impact
This poster has a strong visual impact because of its color scheme.
- 〈事〉が〈人〉にインパクトを残すfor something to leave a lasting impression on someone
The movie left a strong impression on the audience.
- 〈物〉をインパクトするto strike a ball at the moment of contact (in golf, tennis, etc.)
In golf, it's important to strike the ball correctly at the moment of impact.