握力
Meanings
1
grip strength; grip (of hand)
Refers to the physical strength of one's hand grip, often measured in kilograms. Common in sports, health, and medical contexts.
I use a hand grip to train my grip strength.
I had my grip strength measured at the health checkup.
Usage patterns
- 握力が強い/弱いto have a strong/weak grip
He has such a strong grip that shaking his hand hurts.
- 握力を測るto measure one's grip strength
I had my grip strength measured during my health checkup.
- 握力を鍛えるto train/strengthen one's grip
I train my grip strength every day by wringing out a towel.