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体力 (tǐlì) refers to physical stamina or endurance, while 力气 (lìqi) emphasizes the strength or force at a given moment.
Be careful not to confuse 力气 with 努力 (nǔlì), which means effort in a more abstract sense. 力气 is typically used in informal contexts and is often paired with verbs like 'to use' (用力, yònglì) or 'to have' (有力气, yǒulìqì).
As an HSK Level 4 word, 力气 connects with other words related to physical activity and effort, such as 努力 (nǔlì) and 能力 (nénglì). Focus on using it in sentences that describe tasks requiring strength.
Learners often confuse 力气 with the word 努力 (nǔlì), which means effort rather than strength. For example, saying '我努力没有力气' (Wǒ nǔlì méiyǒu lìqì) suggests a misunderstanding; it should be '我没有力气' (Wǒ méiyǒu lìqì) to focus on physical strength.
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How to say strength in Chinese
“strength” in Chinese is力气
力气 (lìqì) refers to physical strength or effort, often in the context of doing work or carrying objects. It can also imply the ability to exert force, and is commonly used when discussing tasks that require physical exertion.
When to use 力气
Be careful not to confuse 力气 with 努力 (nǔlì), which means effort in a more abstract sense. 力气 is typically used in informal contexts and is often paired with verbs like 'to use' (用力, yònglì) or 'to have' (有力气, yǒulìqì).
力气 or something close to it
体力 (tǐlì) refers to physical stamina or endurance, while 力气 (lìqi) emphasizes the strength or force at a given moment.
What learners get wrong
Learners often confuse 力气 with the word 努力 (nǔlì), which means effort rather than strength. For example, saying '我努力没有力气' (Wǒ nǔlì méiyǒu lìqì) suggests a misunderstanding; it should be '我没有力气' (Wǒ méiyǒu lìqì) to focus on physical strength.
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Grammar Patterns of 力气
力气 functions as a noun — it names a person, place, thing, or concept. Place it as a subject before the verb (主+谓) or as an object after the verb (谓+宾). Most Chinese nouns require a measure word between the number and the noun (e.g. 一个/三本). The example sentences below show it in action, with practice buttons (Listen, Practice Writing, Practice Speaking) on every line.
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你真自以为是。我们为什么要费那么大的____？
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Cultural Notes for 力气
While the concept of strength is universal, Western cultures may emphasize mental strength or resilience more than physical strength, which can sometimes lead to misunderstandings in contexts that prioritize physicality in Chinese culture.
Frequently Asked Questions about 力气
You can say, '我没有力气去健身房' (Wǒ méiyǒu lìqì qù jiànshēnfáng), meaning 'I don't have the strength to go to the gym.'
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