strength
noun
Definitions of strength noun
ability(能力)
- B2Uncountable(不可數名詞)
the ability to do things that need a lot of physical or mental effort
體力；力氣；力量；實力
She demonstrated the necessary strength and endurance to lead the race and secure the gold medal.
她展現了必要的體力和耐力來領先比賽並獲得金牌。
Acknowledging one's mistakes showcases inner strength, rather than indicating weakness.
承認自己的錯誤展示了內心的力量，而不是表明軟弱。
He displayed considerable strength of character by refusing to accept the offered bribes.
他通過拒絕接受賄賂展現了相當大的性格力量。
intensity(強度)
- C2Countable(可數名詞)Usually singular(通常單數)
the degree to which something is strong or powerful
強度；力度
If the two parties were to combine, their collective strength would amount to 127 seats.
如果兩黨合併，他們的集體實力將達到127個席位。
The strength of a democracy can be assessed by how it treats its minority populations.
民主的強度可以通過它如何對待少數族群來評估。
The strength of the hurricane diminished after making landfall.
颶風的強度在登陸後減弱了。
quality(品質)
- C1Countable(可數名詞)
a good characteristic
優點；長處；強項
She has a clear understanding of her strengths and weaknesses as an artist.
她清楚地了解自己作為藝術家的優點和缺點。
His primary strengths include his determination and adaptability.
他的主要優點包括他的決心和適應能力。
The report highlighted the strengths of our team and areas needing improvement.
報告強調了我們團隊的優點和需要改進的地方。
quantity(數量)
- Uncountable(不可數名詞)
the number of people in a group
人數；人力
What is the current strength of the police force in this city?
目前這個城市的警力有多少？
The company's employee strength has now exceeded five hundred people.
該公司的員工人數現在已經超過五百人。
The overall strength of the troops has decreased in recent years.
近年來軍隊的總體人數有所減少。
Phrases of strength noun
- in strength
In great numbers or with a large force.
大量地
• Supporters arrived in strength, demonstrating their strong support for the candidate.
支持者大量抵達，展示了他們對候選人的強烈支持。
- below strength
This phrase describes a group that has fewer people or members than is usual or required.
人數不足，人員不齊備
• The team is currently below strength due to injuries to several key players.
由於幾名關鍵球員受傷，這支球隊目前人手不足。
- at full strength
Being at one's highest possible level of ability or performance.
處於最佳狀態；處於能力最強的階段
• The runner hasn't been at full strength since his leg injury.
這位跑步選手自從腿部受傷後就沒有處於最佳狀態。
Idioms
- on the strength of something
To do something because you are influenced by or believe in something such as advice or information.
基於…、受…的影響
• He bought the car on the strength of his friend's recommendation.
他基於朋友的推薦買了這輛車。
- Give me strength!
An exclamation of frustration or exasperation at someone's foolish behavior or incompetence.
（表示對某人愚蠢的行為或做某事的能力感到惱火）真是受不了！
• He spilled the coffee again! Give me strength!
他又把咖啡打翻了！真是受不了！
- go from strength to strength
To progressively become more successful or powerful; to improve continuously.
蒸蒸日上
• Since they adopted the new marketing strategy, their sales have gone from strength to strength.
自從他們採用了新的行銷策略後，銷售業績不斷攀升。
- give me strength!
An exclamation used to express frustration or exasperation at someone's foolish behavior or incompetence.
（表示對某人的愚蠢行為或無能感到惱火）真是受不了！
• He spilled coffee all over the computer, give me strength!
他把咖啡灑在電腦上，真是受不了！