JMdict: 2671000

力をつける 【ちからをつける】

  1. [exp,v1] to build up one's strength; to get stronger
  2. [exp,v1] to give (someone) strength; to cheer (someone) up; to encourage (someone)
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力 Power, Strength, Strong, Strain, Bear Up, Exert リョク, リキ, リイ ちから