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English - Japanese
Muscle
ˈməsəl
Very common
~ 2200
~ 2200
The word frequency and importance index indicates how often a word appears in a given language. The smaller the number, the more frequently the word is used. The most frequently used words typically range from about 1 to 4000. This importance index helps you focus on the most useful words during your language learning process.
The word frequency and importance index indicates how often a word appears in a given language. The smaller the number, the more frequently the word is used. The most frequently used words typically range from about 1 to 4000. This importance index helps you focus on the most useful words during your language learning process.
筋肉 (きんにく), 力 (ちから), 筋力 (きんりょく), 筋 (すじ), 筋肉質 (きんにくしつ)
Muscle meanings in Japanese
筋肉 (きんにく)
Example:
He has strong muscles from working out every day.
彼は毎日運動しているので、強い筋肉を持っています。
You need to stretch your muscles before exercising.
運動する前に筋肉をストレッチする必要があります。
Usage: formal/informalContext: Physical fitness, anatomy, health discussions
Note: This is the most common translation for 'muscle' referring to the biological tissue.
力 (ちから)
Example:
He showed his muscle by lifting the heavy weights.
彼は重いウェイトを持ち上げることで力を見せました。
The athlete demonstrated his muscle during the competition.
そのアスリートは競技中に力を示しました。
Usage: informalContext: Sports, physical competitions, casual conversation
Note: Here, '力' can refer to physical strength or power, often used in a metaphorical sense.
筋力 (きんりょく)
Example:
They are focusing on building muscle strength.
彼らは筋力を高めることに焦点を当てています。
Muscle strength is important for athletes.
筋力はアスリートにとって重要です。
Usage: formalContext: Health and fitness, physical training, sports science
Note: '筋力' specifically refers to the strength or power of muscles.
筋 (すじ)
Example:
I can see the muscle lines in his arms.
彼の腕の筋が見えます。
She has defined muscles in her legs.
彼女の足にははっきりとした筋があります。
Usage: informalContext: Casual conversation, fitness discussions, anatomy observations
Note: '筋' can refer to the visible lines of muscles or tendons and is often used in a more physical or descriptive context.
筋肉質 (きんにくしつ)
Example:
He is very muscular and fit.
彼はとても筋肉質で健康的です。
She has a muscular build from years of training.
彼女は何年ものトレーニングから筋肉質の体格を持っています。
Usage: informalContext: Describing physical appearance, fitness
Note: '筋肉質' is used to describe someone who has a muscular physique.
Muscle's synonyms
sinew
Sinew refers to a tough band of fibrous tissue that connects muscles to bones or other muscles.
Example: His sinewy arms showed his strength.
Note: Sinew is more specific, referring to the tough tissue connecting muscles rather than the muscle itself.
brawn
Brawn refers to physical strength and muscular development.
Example: The weightlifter's brawn was evident in his powerful physique.
Note: Brawn emphasizes physical strength and muscularity rather than the anatomical structure of muscles.
tissue
Tissue refers to a group of cells that work together to perform a specific function.
Example: The doctor examined the muscle tissue for any signs of injury.
Note: Tissue is a more general term that can include muscles along with other types of biological tissues.
flesh
Flesh refers to the soft substance of the human or animal body.
Example: The cut revealed the firm flesh of the fish.
Note: Flesh can refer to the soft substance of the body, including muscles, but it has a broader meaning beyond just muscles.
Muscle expressions, common phrases
Flex your muscles
To flex your muscles means to show off your physical strength or power.
Example: The bodybuilder flexed his muscles to show off his strength.
Note: This phrase uses 'muscles' in a figurative sense to represent strength rather than the literal physical body part.
Muscle through
To muscle through something means to tackle a difficult task or situation with determination and effort.
Example: Despite the challenges, she managed to muscle through the project and complete it on time.
Note: In this phrase, 'muscle' is used metaphorically to convey exerting effort or force to overcome obstacles.
Have a muscle memory
Having a muscle memory means performing a physical task automatically due to repeated practice or training.
Example: After years of playing the piano, she developed a muscle memory for the keys.
Note: Here, 'muscle memory' refers to the ability of muscles to remember and perform tasks efficiently without conscious effort.
Flex one's political muscles
To flex one's political muscles means to assert influence or power in a political context.
Example: The senator decided to flex his political muscles by introducing a new bill.
Note: In this expression, 'muscles' is used metaphorically to represent political power or authority.
Muscle in on
To muscle in on something means to forcefully intrude or compete in a situation where one is not welcome or invited.
Example: The new company tried to muscle in on the established market by offering lower prices.
Note: Here, 'muscle' is used figuratively to indicate aggressive or assertive behavior in gaining a share of something.
Flexibility is your best muscle
This phrase highlights the importance of being adaptable and versatile in facing different situations.
Example: In adapting to new challenges, remember that flexibility is your best muscle.
Note: In this context, 'muscle' symbolizes a quality or trait (flexibility) rather than the physical body part.
Muscle out
To muscle out means to force someone or something out of a competitive situation through strength or dominance.
Example: The larger corporation aimed to muscle out its smaller competitors by undercutting prices.
Note: Here, 'muscle' is used metaphorically to suggest overpowering or eliminating competition.
Muscle everyday (slang) expressions
Gains
Refers to the visible progress or physical development of muscles through exercise or weightlifting.
Example: Check out the gains on his arms after working out.
Note: Focuses more on the visual aspect and improvement of muscles rather than the action of muscle movement.
Gun
Used to describe someone's muscular arms, typically referring to well-defined biceps.
Example: He rolled up his sleeves, revealing his guns.
Note: A colloquial term used informally, emphasizing the shape and appearance of the muscles rather than their function or strength.
Ripped
Indicates a high level of muscular definition or tone, often resulting from intense workouts or bodybuilding.
Example: He's been hitting the gym hard, and now he's ripped.
Note: Highlights the extreme definition and sculpted appearance of muscles, implying a high level of fitness and dedication.
Beefed up
Slang term for becoming physically stronger or more muscular through exercise or weight training.
Example: He beefed up for the role by working out six days a week.
Note: Emphasizes the process of building muscle mass and strength, often associated with intentional efforts to increase physical prowess.
Swole
Informal term for being muscular or having well-defined muscles, often associated with intense workouts.
Example: She's been hitting the gym religiously and now she looks swole.
Note: Conveys a sense of being impressively muscular or buff, sometimes to an exaggerated or extreme extent.
Bulked
Describes the process of gaining muscle mass or size through dedicated weightlifting or strength training.
Example: He bulked up over the winter and now he's ready for the bodybuilding competition.
Note: Focuses on the intentional increase in muscle size and mass, typically associated with bodybuilding or powerlifting goals.
Jacked
Informal term for being muscular and strong, often attained through rigorous workouts.
Example: He's been getting jacked at the gym lately.
Note: Emphasizes both the muscularity and strength achieved through consistent exercise, implying a significant physical transformation.
Muscle - Examples
My muscles are sore from yesterday's workout.
The human body has over 600 muscles.
Bodybuilders aim to increase their muscle mass.
Muscle grammar
Muscle - Noun (Noun) / Noun, singular or mass (Noun, singular or mass)
Lemma: muscle
Conjugations
Noun, plural (Noun, plural): muscles, muscle
Noun, singular or mass (Noun, singular or mass): muscle
Verb, past tense (Verb, past tense): muscled
Verb, gerund or present participle (Verb, gerund or present participle): muscling
Verb, 3rd person singular present (Verb, 3rd person singular present): muscles
Verb, base form (Verb, base form): muscle
Verb, non-3rd person singular present (Verb, non-3rd person singular present): muscle
Syllables, Separation and Stress
muscle Contains 2 syllables: mus • cle
Phonetic transcription: ˈmə-səl
mus cle , ˈmə səl (The red syllable is stressed)
Muscle - Importance and usage frequency
The word frequency and importance index indicates how often a word appears in a given language. The smaller the number, the more frequently the word is used. The most frequently used words typically range from about 1 to 4000.
muscle: ~ 2200 (Very common).
This importance index helps you focus on the most useful words during your language learning process.
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