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Strength

🇬🇧 UK /["/streŋkθ/"]/ 🇺🇸 US /["/streŋkθ/"]/

Meaning of Strength

the quality of being physically strong

In simple words: The ability to be strong or powerful.

Strength in a sentence

• Her strength helped her lift the heavy box with ease.
• The strength of the argument convinced everyone to change their mind.
• He has great strength in his arms, enabling him to excel in rock climbing.
• You need both physical strength and mental strength to succeed in sports.
• The strength of the storm caused significant damage to the town.
• The team's strength lies in their ability to work together effectively.

How to use Strength

Used when talking about physical power, mental resilience, or overall capacity. In formal contexts, it might refer to both human and material strength. Avoid using in very casual conversations where simpler words like 'power' may suffice.

Grammar pattern

standalone noun

Memory hint

Think of 'strength' and 'stretch' — strong muscles stretch the limits!

Related words

Collocations with Strength

• considerable
• enormous
• great
• have
• possess
• lack
• grow
• increase
• decline
• up to strength
• below strength
• under strength
• at full strength
• back to full strength
• every ounce of strength
• considerable
• enormous
• great
• have
• possess
• lack
• grow
• increase
• decline
• up to strength
• below strength
• under strength
• at full strength
• back to full strength
• every ounce of strength
• considerable
• enormous
• great
• have
• possess
• lack
• grow
• increase
• decline
• up to strength
• below strength
• under strength
• at full strength
• back to full strength
• every ounce of strength
• considerable
• enormous
• great
• have
• possess
• lack
• grow
• increase
• decline
• up to strength
• below strength
• under strength
• at full strength
• back to full strength
• every ounce of strength
• considerable
• enormous
• great
• have
• possess
• lack
• grow
• increase
• decline
• up to strength
• below strength
• under strength
• at full strength
• back to full strength
• every ounce of strength
• great
• real
• individual
• capitalize on
• exploit
• play to
• come from something
• lie in something
• strengths and weaknesses
• considerable
• enormous
• great
• have
• possess
• lack
• grow
• increase
• decline
• up to strength
• below strength
• under strength
• at full strength
• back to full strength
• every ounce of strength

Synonyms for Strength

• power
• force
• might
• sturdiness
• vigor

Opposites of Strength

• weakness
• frailty

Common mistakes with Strength

• Confused with 'strong', which is an adjective.
• Using 'strengths' when referring to good qualities or skills, but should specify context.
• May forget to use in plural form where applicable (e.g., 'strengths' for multiple qualities).

Frequently asked questions about Strength

What does Strength mean?

The ability to be strong or powerful.

What is the definition of Strength?

the quality of being physically strong

How do you use Strength in a sentence?

Her strength helped her lift the heavy box with ease.

Can you give another example of Strength?

The strength of the argument convinced everyone to change their mind.

What are synonyms for Strength?

Common alternatives include power, force, might, sturdiness, vigor.

What is the opposite of Strength?

Opposite meanings include weakness, frailty.

What words go with Strength?

It commonly pairs with considerable, enormous, great, have, possess, lack, grow, increase, decline, up to strength, below strength, under strength, at full strength, back to full strength, every ounce of strength, considerable, enormous, great, have, possess, lack, grow, increase, decline, up to strength, below strength, under strength, at full strength, back to full strength, every ounce of strength, considerable, enormous, great, have, possess, lack, grow, increase, decline, up to strength, below strength, under strength, at full strength, back to full strength, every ounce of strength, considerable, enormous, great, have, possess, lack, grow, increase, decline, up to strength, below strength, under strength, at full strength, back to full strength, every ounce of strength, considerable, enormous, great, have, possess, lack, grow, increase, decline, up to strength, below strength, under strength, at full strength, back to full strength, every ounce of strength, great, real, individual, capitalize on, exploit, play to, come from something, lie in something, strengths and weaknesses, considerable, enormous, great, have, possess, lack, grow, increase, decline, up to strength, below strength, under strength, at full strength, back to full strength, every ounce of strength.

What are common mistakes when using Strength?

Confused with 'strong', which is an adjective. Using 'strengths' when referring to good qualities or skills, but should specify context. May forget to use in plural form where applicable (e.g., 'strengths' for multiple qualities).

How do you pronounce Strength?

US: /["/streŋkθ/"]/, UK: /["/streŋkθ/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Strength?

Used when talking about physical power, mental resilience, or overall capacity. In formal contexts, it might refer to both human and material strength. Avoid using in very casual conversations where simpler words like 'power' may suffice.

What CEFR level is Strength?

"Strength" is at B1 level on the CEFR scale.