How to Talk About Your Strengths in English
英語で自分の強みを伝える方法
By the end of this lesson, you will be able to say:
Where Will You Use This? · いつ使うのか
Here are 6 real situations where you will talk about your strengths in English:
- Job interviews: A hiring manager asks, "What are your strengths?" — one of the most common English interview questions.
面接で「あなたの強みは何ですか?」と聞かれる、最もよくある質問です。 - Networking events: You meet someone new and explain what you are good at. People ask, "So, what do you do?"
初対面の人に、自分の得意なことを伝える場面です。 - School or university applications: You write or speak about your skills and abilities to show why you are a good candidate.
出願時に、自分のスキルや能力を伝える場面です。 - Performance reviews: Your manager asks about your contributions this year, so you talk about your strengths confidently.
業績評価で、今年の貢献について自信を持って話す場面です。 - Meeting new colleagues or clients: You introduce yourself and explain what you bring to the team.
新しい同僚やお客様に、自分の役割や強みを伝える場面です。 - Self-introductions: In English classes or group settings, you describe your background and what you are good at.
英語のクラスやグループで、自己紹介として強みを話す場面です。
Why It Matters for Japanese Learners · なぜ大切なのか
- Modesty can be misread: 謙遜が「自信や能力がない」と誤解されることがある
- It is normal and expected: 英語圏では強みをはっきり話すのが普通
- It shows professionalism: 自慢ではなく「プロらしさ」の表れ
- Be clear and specific: 具体例を一つ添えるだけで説得力が増す
The 3-Part Core Pattern · 3つの基本パーツ
A great answer about your strengths has three parts. Use this simple template every time. この3つのパーツを使うだけで、どんな強みも自然に伝えられます。
What each part does · 各パーツの役割
- State your strength — "One of my strengths is communication."
強みをはっきり言う。相手がすぐに理解できます。 - Explain how it helps — "It helps me work well with my team."
仕事との関係を示し、あなたの価値を伝えます。 - Give a short example — "For example, in my previous job, I..."
短いエピソードで話に説得力が生まれます。
You can combine Parts 1 and 2: "I'm good at problem-solving, which means I can stay calm and find solutions quickly."
慣れてきたら「〜が得意です。だから〜できます」のように1文にまとめることもできます。
Set Your Scene · 単語を確認しよう
Tap each card to learn key vocabulary. Grouped by Strength Words, Strengths, Action Words, and Connectors. Click all 30 cards to continue. 自分の強みを話すときに使う単語です。全部タップしてみましょう。
0 / 30 activities tapped
Key Words & Phrases for Strengths
Study these essential words and phrases grouped by how they are used. Read them aloud.
💪 Strength Words · 強みの言葉
🌟 Common Strengths · よく使われる強み
🚀 Work Action Words · 仕事で使う動詞
🔸 Useful Connectors · つなぎ言葉
Verb Selection Tap · 単語を選ぼう
Choose the correct word to complete each sentence about strengths. 正しい英語を選んで文を完成させましょう。
🎉 Mini-Game Complete!
The Right Phrase for Every Moment · 場面に合ったフレーズ
These phrases are grouped by what they do. Learn one from each group for complete confidence.
1) Stating Your Strength / 強みを伝える
2) Explaining the Benefit / 役立つ理由を伝える
3) Giving an Example / 具体例を伝える
4) Finishing Smoothly / スムーズに締める
Category Phrase Sort · フレーズを分類しよう
Tap a phrase, then tap the correct column. There are 3 categories: State Strength, Explain Benefit, and Example & Finish. フレーズをタップして正しい列に分類しましょう。
🎉 Sorting Complete!
A Job Interview · 就職面接
Setting: You are at a job interview for an office position at a technology company. The interviewer is a friendly woman named Sarah. 声に出して読んでみましょう。
A Business Networking Event · ネットワーキングイベント
Setting: You are at a business networking event. You meet a friendly man named James who works in marketing. He asks about your work. 自然な会話の流れに注目しましょう。
Annual Performance Review · 年次業績評価面談
Setting: You are in your annual performance review. Your manager is a calm, thoughtful man named David. 落ち着いて自分の貢献を伝えましょう。
How to Sound More Natural · 自然に聞こえるコツ
Avoid loose, choppy phrasing when declaring abilities. Follow these visual comparative metrics:
Tip 1: "Organized" · 整理整頓
Tip 2: "Teamwork" · チームワーク
Tip 3: "Problem-solving" · 問題解決
Tip 4: Add a personal comment · 最後にひとこと添える
5 Mistakes to Avoid · 避けるべき5つのこと
Japanese learners often make these mistakes when talking about strengths. Check if you make any of these!
Quick Capstone Quiz · 総まとめクイズ
Answer 5 questions to test what you've learned. 5問のクイズに全問正解しましょう。
🎉 Quick Quiz complete!
Write Your Own Answer
Use the template to write your own answer about one of your strengths. テンプレートを使って、自分だけの「強みを伝える」英語を作ってみましょう。職歴がなくても、学校やアルバイト、日常の経験でもOKです。
🌟 Worked examples · 作成例
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No problem — mistakes help you learn. Your hearts are refilled.
大丈夫です。間違いは学びの一部です。ハートが回復しました。