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争取 (zhēngqǔ) vs 追求 (zhuīqiú) — use 争取 when emphasizing effort to obtain something specific, while 追求 focuses more on the pursuit of ideals or aspirations.
Be cautious not to confuse 争取 with 争论 (to argue or debate), as they convey different actions. It is commonly used in both formal and informal contexts, often paired with nouns like 权利 (rights) or 支持 (support). Pay attention to the tone; mispronouncing it might change the meaning.
As a Level 5 HSK word, 争取 connects well with other verbs that express effort or action, such as 努力 (to strive) and 尝试 (to try). Students should focus on its applications in different contexts, especially in discussions about goals and aspirations.
Learners might mistakenly use 争取 with a noun that does not imply effort, such as saying 争取时间 (to fight for time) instead of 争取机会 (to fight for opportunities). Always pair it with goals or objectives that require pursuit.
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How to say to fight for in Chinese
“to fight for” in Chinese is争取
争取 (zhēngqǔ) means to fight for or strive to achieve something. It is often used in contexts where effort is made to obtain a goal, such as securing rights, opportunities, or support from others. The nuance emphasizes determination and active pursuit.
When to use 争取
Be cautious not to confuse 争取 with 争论 (to argue or debate), as they convey different actions. It is commonly used in both formal and informal contexts, often paired with nouns like 权利 (rights) or 支持 (support). Pay attention to the tone; mispronouncing it might change the meaning.
争取 or something close to it
争取 (zhēngqǔ) vs 追求 (zhuīqiú) — use 争取 when emphasizing effort to obtain something specific, while 追求 focuses more on the pursuit of ideals or aspirations.
What learners get wrong
Learners might mistakenly use 争取 with a noun that does not imply effort, such as saying 争取时间 (to fight for time) instead of 争取机会 (to fight for opportunities). Always pair it with goals or objectives that require pursuit.
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Grammar patterns of 争取
争取 functions as a verb — the action or state of the sentence. The Chinese order is Subject + Verb + Object (我吃饭). Negate it with 不 (habitual / future) or 没(有) (completed action). Add aspect markers like 了, 过, 着 directly after the verb. It carries 3 related meanings, each with its own usage notes below. The example sentences below show it in action, with practice buttons (Listen, Practice Writing, Practice Speaking) on every line.
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我好不容易给你____来这个机会，你怎么能不抓住呢？
I went through so much trouble to get you this opportunity — how can you not seize it?
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