力む

りきむ

Meanings

1. Godan verb, Intransitive to strain (oneself); to bear down; to exert oneself; to try (too) hard; to draw one's body taut
2. to put on a bold front; to make a show of strength; to swagger; to bluff; to boast

Kanji

• 力 power. Read as リキ.

Jinuma: Japanese Dictionary · Word lists