noun, noun or participle which takes 'suru', intransitive verb
losing due to being overmatched; defeat by a stronger opponent
Used when one loses because the opponent's power, skill, or ability is simply greater. Often implies a straightforward mismatch in strength.
相手が強すぎて、完全に力負けした。
The opponent was too strong, and I was completely outmatched.
力負けを認めて、
Admitting defeat by a stronger opponent, he gracefully withdrew.
noun, noun or participle which takes 'suru', intransitive verb
losing by overexertion; defeat from trying too hard
Describes a loss caused by misapplying one's own strength, such as tensing up, forcing a move, or trying too hard, which backfires. Common in sports and competitive contexts.
力みすぎて力負けしてしまった。
I tensed up too much and ended up losing because of it.
大事な試合で力負けしないように、リラックスすることが大切だ。
It's important to relax so you don't lose by overexerting yourself in an important match.