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HanziPinyinEnglishTags
力量lìliàngpowerHSK 5, n, 14 strokes, rank #964, Hard
力量lìliàngforceHSK 5, n, 14 strokes, rank #964, Hard
力量lìliàngstrengthHSK 5, n, 14 strokes, rank #964, Hard
lìliàng(li4liang4)li liang T4
  1. 1power
  2. 2force
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March 24, 2026

力量lìliàng(li4liang4)

力量 (lìliàng) refers to power, force, or strength, often in a physical or metaphorical sense. It can describe both tangible physical strength, such as that of a person or object, and abstract power, like influence or emotional resilience.

Strokes14Frequency#964DifficultyHard
Cultural note

In Chinese culture, 力量 is often associated with traditional values of resilience and strength, especially in martial arts, where both physical and mental strength are highly regarded.

Memory tip

Imagine a strong person lifting a heavy weight to visualize 力 (lì) for 'strength' and 量 (liàng) indicating 'measure' or 'quantity'. Together, they remind you that 力量 measures the amount of power or strength one possesses.

Meanings of 力量

lìliàng(li4liang4)
1power
2force
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力量Simplified
14Strokes
—Radical
名词míngcínoun (n.)Part of Speech
#964Frequency Rank
HSK 2.0L5HSK 3.0L5ElementaryTOCFLL3HSKKL2CEFRA2

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Quick Contrast

力量 (lìliàng) vs 力气 (lìqi) — use 力量 for a broader sense of power or influence, while 力气 specifically refers to physical strength or effort.

Usage Notes

Learners often confuse 力量 with 力 (lì), which means 'force' or 'strength' without the quantitative aspect. Use 力量 in contexts where you discuss capacity or intensity, such as 'the strength of an argument' or 'physical power'.

HSK Study Tips

As an HSK 5 word, 力量 connects to other advanced vocabulary related to strength and influence. Focus on using it in phrases and sentences to deepen understanding of its nuances in different contexts.

Common Mistakes

Learners sometimes mistakenly use 力量 when discussing general ability, where 能力 (nénglì) is more appropriate. For example, saying '他的力量很强' (Tā de lìliàng hěn qiáng) to mean 'His ability is strong' should be corrected to '他的能力很强' (Tā de nénglì hěn qiáng).

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Component characters

力lìpower
HSK 52 strokes力
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量liángto measure
HSK 412 strokes里
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How to say power in Chinese

“power” in Chinese is力量lìliàng

力量 (lìliàng) refers to power, force, or strength, often in a physical or metaphorical sense. It can describe both tangible physical strength, such as that of a person or object, and abstract power, like influence or emotional resilience.

When to use 力量

Learners often confuse 力量 with 力 (lì), which means 'force' or 'strength' without the quantitative aspect. Use 力量 in contexts where you discuss capacity or intensity, such as 'the strength of an argument' or 'physical power'.

力量 or something close to it

力量 (lìliàng) vs 力气 (lìqi) — use 力量 for a broader sense of power or influence, while 力气 specifically refers to physical strength or effort.

What learners get wrong

Learners sometimes mistakenly use 力量 when discussing general ability, where 能力 (nénglì) is more appropriate. For example, saying '他的力量很强' (Tā de lìliàng hěn qiáng) to mean 'His ability is strong' should be corrected to '他的能力很强' (Tā de nénglì hěn qiáng).

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Grammar patterns of 力量

力量 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). 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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当你从内心深处找到一种可以忍受一切痛苦的坚强____时,你的成长历程就会出现飞跃。

The turning point in the process of growing up is when you discover the core of strength within you that survives all hurt.--Max Lerner

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当你从内心深处找到一种可以忍受一切痛苦的坚强力量时,你的成长历程就会出现飞跃。

dāng nǐ cóng nèixīn shēnchù zhǎodào yī zhǒng kěyǐ rěnshòu yíqiè tòngkǔ de jiānqiáng lìliàng shí, nǐ de chéngzhǎng lìchéng jiù huì chūxiàn fēiyuè。

The turning point in the process of growing up is when you discover the core of strength within you that survives all hurt.--Max Lerner
2
他通过自己观念的力量改变了我们的世界。

tā tōngguò zìjǐ guānniàn de lìliàng gǎibiàn le wǒmen de shìjiè。

He changed our world through the force of his ideas.
3
双方的武装力量都有密集动作。

shuāngfāng de wǔzhuāng lìliàng dōu yǒu mìjí dòngzuò。

The military on both sides are involved in intense activity.
4
撕裂的肌肉会收缩,丧失原来的力量、结构和紧实度。

sī liè de jīròu huì shōusuō, sàngshī yuánlái de lìliàng、 jiégòu hé jǐn shí dù。

Torn muscles retract, and lose strength, structure, and tightness.
5
他的速度之快、力量之大让其他队胆战不已。

tā de sùdù zhī kuài、 lìliàng zhī dà ràng qítā duì dǎn zhàn bùyǐ。

He scares teams to death with his pace and power.
6
大公司已成为艺术市场上的重要力量。

dà gōngsī yǐ chéngwéi yìshù shìchǎng shàng de zhòngyào lìliàng。

Big business has become a major player in the art market.
7
停火协议的执行很大程度取决于各方武装力量的意愿。

tíng huǒ xiéyì de zhíxíng hěn dà chéngdù qǔjué yú gè fāng wǔzhuāng lìliàng de yìyuàn。

The ceasefire leaves a lot to the goodwill of the forces involved.
8
实际上,这四种力量既然是缺一不可的, 所以是同等重要的.

shíjìshàng, zhè sì zhǒng lìliàng jìrán shì quē yī bù kě de, suǒyǐ shì tóngděng zhòngyào de.

Since none of the four is dispensable, they are equally important.
9
阴和阳是贯通整个世界的两个相对立的力量.

yīn hé yáng shì guàntōng zhěnggè shìjiè de liǎng gè xiāngduì lì de lìliàng.

Yang is the muscling principle in nature and Yin is the opposite.
10
希腊是该地区调解冲突、稳定局势的一支力量。

xī là shì gāi dìqū tiáojiě chōngtū、 wěndìng júshì de yī zhī lìliàng。

Greece is a peacemaking, stabilizing force in the area.
11
在这个项目中,团队的合作力量是成功的关键。

Zài zhège xiàngmù zhōng, tuánduì de hézuò lìliàng shì chénggōng de guānjiàn.

In this project, the cooperative power of the team is the key to success.
12
她用音乐的力量治愈了无数人的心灵。

Tā yòng yīnyuè de lìliàng zhìyù le wúshù rén de xīnlíng.

She used the power of music to heal countless hearts.
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在这个时代,数据的力量不可小觑。

Zài zhège shídài, shùjù de lìliàng bùkě xiǎoqù.

In this era, the power of data cannot be underestimated.

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