特長
Meanings
1
strong point; forte; merit; strength
Refers to a distinguishing positive feature or advantage, often in comparison to others. Similar to 長所 but more formal and objective.
This car's strong point is its good fuel efficiency.
His forte is tenacity.
Usage patterns
- 〈物〉の特長は〈事〉だthe strong point of X is Y
This product's strong points are its lightness and durability.
- 特長を生かすto make the most of one's strong point
She approaches her work by making the most of her strengths.
- 特長があるto have a distinguishing strong point
This camera has a strong point that no other camera has.
- 特長を発揮するto display one's strong point fully
The new engine fully shows its strengths at high speed.