war potential; military strength; fighting power
Primarily used in military and strategic contexts to refer to the total combat capability of a nation or force.
その国は戦力を増強している。
That country is building up its military strength.
We need to analyze the enemy's fighting power.
competitive ability; capabilities; valuable asset
Extended figurative use in business, sports, or organizations to describe the strength or talent that contributes to success.
彼はチームにとって貴重な戦力だ。
He is a valuable asset to the team.
新製品は会社の戦力になるだろう。
The new product will likely become a competitive strength for the company.
The country strengthened its military strength along the border.
The new employee quickly became a valuable asset.
Even with budget cuts, they must maintain their military strength.
The coach is counting on him as an asset for next season.
evenly matched forces; struggle for supremacy between equal opponents
order of battle
conventional forces; conventional military forces