覇気
Meanings
1
An energetic, forceful quality of a person or action; often used for someone's inner fire, determination, or the lively energy they project.
His speech was overflowing with youthful spirit.
The player with drive is leading the team.
2
A strong desire to achieve something great or to rise above others; often implies a competitive, go-getter attitude.
He is burning with ambition as a politician.
Usage patterns
- 〈人〉に覇気があるsomeone has drive/ambition
He's still young, but he has real drive.
- 覇気に欠けるto lack drive/ambition
New employees these days are said to lack drive.
- 覇気を見せるto show one's drive/spirit
She showed real fighting spirit in the match.
- 覇気を感じさせるto give off a sense of drive/ambition
His speech gave off a real sense of ambition.