地力
Meanings
1
one's own potential; real ability; innate strength
Refers to a person's genuine, underlying capability or strength, as opposed to temporary boosts or external help. Often used in contexts of sports, arts, or personal development.
His success shows his high level of real ability.
The difference in innate strength showed in this match.
Usage patterns
- 地力を発揮するto show one's real ability
In the final stretch, the players showed their real ability.
- 地力の差difference in underlying ability
In the end, it was a match where the difference in real ability showed.
- 地力があるto have real underlying strength
That team has real underlying strength, so a comeback is possible.