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[りき(力)·てん(点)]
rikiten
noun

English Meaning(s) for 力点

noun
  1. emphasis; stress; main point; importance
  2. point of a lever where force is applied
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Definition and Synonyms for 力点

Emphasis the relative prominence of a syllable or musical note (especially with regard to stress or pitch)
Synonyms: ストレス, アクセント, 力点, 強勢, 強調, 豪勢

Meanings for each kanji in 力点

» power; strength; strong; strain; bear up; exert
» spot; point; mark; speck; decimal point

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Prosody the patterns of stress and intonation in a language
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Sample Sentences for 力点

He tends to place more stress on society in general than on individual.
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The emphasis of his talk was on the need to work hard.
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