strong

1. Origins, structure, and basic meaning

• Structure: 強 has 11 strokes and the on-reading きょう. 強い (つよい) means strong; other kun-readings include つよまる, つよめる, and しいる.
• Basic usage: 強い describes the strength of wind or someone's spirit; 強調 (きょうちょう) means emphasizing an important point.

2. Common pitfalls and similar expressions

• Strength and emphasis
  • 強い風 means a strong wind, while 強い心 describes a strong spirit that does not yield to hardship.
  • 準備の大切さを何度も強調しました means that the importance of preparation was repeatedly emphasized. 太字にして重要な部分を強調します describes making an important section stand out with bold type.