wun2 lik6腕力

Jyutpingwun2 lik6

Yalewún lihk

Definition

Wrist strength, or arm strength as used in arm wrestling; also, ability or influence.

wrist strength; physical strength of the arm or wrist
ability; power; influence; capability

neutralbodydaily actions

How it's used

While literally referring to the physical strength of the wrist, this term is frequently used in contexts involving manual tasks that require grip or leverage. It is often invoked when discussing activities like arm wrestling or lifting heavy objects that put strain on the forearm and wrist. Unlike general strength, it specifically highlights the power needed for tasks requiring controlled, focused force.

Examples

keoi5佢wun6玩aau2拗sau2手gwaa1瓜hou2好ging6勁，wun2腕lik6力zan1真hai6係hou2好daai6大。

He is very good at arm wrestling; his wrist strength is really impressive.

nei5你wun2腕lik6力gau3夠m4唔gau3夠aa4呀？ling1拎m4唔ling1拎dak1得juk1郁ni1呢go3個soeng1箱？

Is your wrist strength enough? Can you lift this box?

Common phrases

wun2腕lik6力ging1驚jan4人

astonishing wrist strength

bei2比ping3拼wun2腕lik6力

to compete in wrist strength

Common mistake

Do not confuse this with general physical strength, which is usually expressed as 力氣 or 氣力. Using 腕力 to describe overall body strength will sound unnatural to native speakers.