Week 17- 女子力 Girl Power (B)
What Is Joshi-ryoku? — “Girl Power” in Japan and the World
Week 13 – May 25
In Japan, the word joshi-ryoku (女子力) means “girl power.” It is often used to talk about how “feminine” or “womanly” someone is. A woman with high joshi-ryoku might be good at cooking, wear pretty clothes, speak politely, and take care of others.
Some people like this idea. They say it helps women feel good about themselves. Others say it is old-fashioned. They think women should not have to act a certain way just because they are women.
Femininity in Different Countries
🌟 United States – “Girl power” here often means being strong, independent, and confident. Many women speak up, lead teams, and follow their dreams.
💄 France – In France, many people think femininity means being stylish, elegant, and natural. It’s about having class and self-respect.
🎀 South Korea – Like Japan, women are expected to look nice and act sweet. But more women now want to be strong and follow their own path.
💃 Latin America – Femininity can mean being loving, expressive, and proud. It is also about taking care of family and being emotionally strong.
Idiom of the Week
Idiom: “Walk a fine line”
Meaning: To balance between two ideas or choices.
Example: She walks a fine line between being soft and strong.
Words of the Week – Learn and Use (8)
👉 Feminine – Like a woman or girl.
👉 Expectations – What people think you should do.
👉 Empower – To make someone feel strong and confident.
👉 Graceful – Moving or acting in a soft and beautiful way.
👉 Self-image – How you see and feel about yourself.
👉 Outdated – Old and not useful now.
👉 Stereotype – A simple idea about a group that is not always true.
👉 Redefine – To change how something is understood.
Quote of the Week
“Being feminine is also a kind of strength.” — Unknown
Journal of the Week – Reflect and Write!
Theme: What Does It Mean to Be Feminine?
What do you think of joshi-ryoku? Is it good or bad? What does femininity mean in your country?
Use at least three words from the word list in your writing.
