協力

kyōdoku
nounIntermediate cooperation, collaboration
formal

The act of working together for a common purpose.

チームの協力により、プロジェクトは成功した。

Thanks to the team's cooperation, the project succeeded.

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Often used in formal and professional contexts to emphasize mutual support.

Collocations

協力関係cooperative relationship

Antonyms

💡Pro Tip

Usage Tip

協力 is often used in formal contexts. For informal settings, 共に働く (koni hataraku, to work together) might be more suitable.

📖Word Origin

From 協 (kyō, to assist) and 力 (ryoku, power/strength).

📝Usage Notes

Used to describe collaborative efforts between individuals, groups, or organizations.

Word Breakdown

to assist, cooperate
root
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power, strength
root
和英辞典