統率

• Reading: とうそつ
• Romaji: tousotsu
• Kanji breakdown: 統 (tou/suberu) — to govern, to unify; 率 (sotsu/hikiru) — to lead, to command
• Pronunciation: /toː.so.tsɯ/

Meaning

Leadership; command; the ability to lead and unify a group effectively. Emphasises practical capacity to direct people toward a common goal.

A noun used in military, organisational, and sports contexts. 統率力 (leadership ability) and 統率する (to lead/command) are common derivatives. It implies not merely authority but the active quality of keeping a group cohesive and purposeful. Compared to 指導 (guidance/instruction), 統率 carries a stronger connotation of command and discipline.

Examples

1. 彼女の統率力のおかげで、チームは困難なプロジェクトを成功させた。 Thanks to her leadership, the team successfully completed a challenging project.
2. 優れた指揮官は部隊を統率する力を持っている。 An outstanding commander possesses the ability to lead and unify troops.
3. 監督の統率のもと、選手たちは一丸となって戦った。 Under the manager's leadership, the players fought as one united team.

Usage Guide

Context: military, sports, management, leadership

Tone: neutral

Origin & History

Compound of 統 (tou) — to govern, to unify — and 率 (sotsu) — to lead, to direct. Together they express the act of leading and unifying people under a single direction.

Cultural Context

Era: Modern

Generation: Adults

Social background: Professional