English–Japanese
“powerless” in Japanese
Japanese
Pronunciation
Romajimuryoku
Example
この問題の前では、私は無力です。ko no mon dai no mae de wa watashi wa mu ryoku de su
I am powerless in the face of this problem.
How to say “powerless” in Japanese
“Powerless” in Japanese is 無力 (muryoku).
Describes a state in which a person or thing cannot produce the needed effect because power or ability is lacking.
Example sentences with 無力
助けを求める人を前にして、私は無力だと感じます。tasu ke o moto me ru hito o mae ni shi te watashi wa mu ryoku da to kan ji ma su
When someone asks me for help, I feel powerless.
Tips for using 無力
- The Japanese word 無力 (muryoku) can describe a person, group, or action that cannot affect a situation, so it is broader than physical weakness.