致力于 (zhìlìyú) means 'to be dedicated to' or 'to strive for' something. It is commonly used to express commitment towards a cause, goal, or activity, often implying a strong sense of purpose and effort put into the endeavor.
HSK 7, Very Hard
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March 24, 2026
致力于()zhìlìyú(zhi4li4yu2)
致力于 (zhìlìyú) means 'to be dedicated to' or 'to strive for' something. It is commonly used to express commitment towards a cause, goal, or activity, often implying a strong sense of purpose and effort put into the endeavor.
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Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, dedication to work or community service is highly valued. The phrase 致力于 often reflects the Confucian ideal of serving society and contributing to the greater good.
Memory Tip
Think of 致 (zhì) as 'to send' or 'to direct', and 力 (lì) as 'strength' or 'effort'. Imagine someone sending their strength towards a goal, which helps you remember both the pronunciation and meaning.
About 致力于
致力于Simplified
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动词dòngcíverb (v.)Part of Speech
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HSK 3.0L7AdvancedCEFRC2
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致力于 (zhìlìyú) vs 专注于 (zhuānzhùyú) — use 致力于 when emphasizing dedication or commitment to a cause, while 专注于 focuses more on concentration or attention to a specific task.
Memory Mnemonic
Think of 致 (zhì) as 'to send' or 'to direct', and 力 (lì) as 'strength' or 'effort'. Imagine someone sending their strength towards a goal, which helps you remember both the pronunciation and meaning.
Usage Notes
This phrase is often used in formal contexts, such as speeches or written reports, to convey dedication. A common mistake is to confuse it with '致于' (zhìyú), which means 'regarding' or 'concerning' something. Pay attention to the tone – '致' is pronounced with a fourth tone, while '力' is second tone.
HSK Study Tips
致力于 is not part of HSK levels but is useful for advanced learners. Focus on understanding how it connects with other phrases that express dedication or commitment, such as '专注于' (zhuānzhùyú) which means 'to focus on'.
Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, dedication to work or community service is highly valued. The phrase 致力于 often reflects the Confucian ideal of serving society and contributing to the greater good.
Common Mistakes
Learners often mix up 致力于 with 努力 (nǔlì), which means 'to make an effort'. For example, saying '我努力于学习' is incorrect; it should be '我致力于学习'.
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Cultural Notes for 致力于
🏮Cultural insight
In Chinese culture, dedication to work or community service is highly valued. The phrase 致力于 often reflects the Confucian ideal of serving society and contributing to the greater good.
Frequently Asked Questions about 致力于
While it is mostly used in formal contexts, you can use it in informal settings if you want to emphasize your commitment.
致力于 emphasizes dedication and effort towards a cause, while 专注于 focuses more on attention and concentration.
Yes, you can use 致力于 for personal goals, such as '我致力于学习中文' (I am dedicated to learning Chinese).
