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活力
huólì
energy
HSK 6, n, 11 strokes, rank #2928, Hard
活力
huólì
vitality
HSK 6, n, 11 strokes, rank #2928, Hard
活力
huólì
vigor
HSK 6, n, 11 strokes, rank #2928, Hard
活力
huólì
vital force
HSK 6, n, 11 strokes, rank #2928, Hard
huólì(huo2li4)huo li T2
1energy
2vitality
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March 24, 2026
活力huólì(huo2li4)
活力 (huó lì) refers to a sense of energy, vitality, or vigor, often associated with a lively spirit or robust health. It is commonly used in contexts discussing physical fitness, mental enthusiasm, and overall liveliness in daily life or activities.
Strokes11Frequency#2928DifficultyHard
Cultural note
In Chinese culture, the concept of 活力 is often linked to traditional beliefs about health and wellness, emphasizing the importance of maintaining a balanced lifestyle to achieve vitality, as seen in practices like Tai Chi and traditional Chinese medicine.
Memory tip
Imagine a vibrant, colorful flower (活) bursting with life (力) in a sunny garden, showcasing its energy and vitality. The flower's lively presence reminds you of the pronunciation 'huó lì,' symbolizing both liveliness and strength.
Meanings of 活力
huólì(huo2li4)
1energy
2vitality
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活力Simplified
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名词míngcínoun (n.)Part of Speech
#2928Frequency Rank
HSK 2.0L6HSK 3.0L6IntermediateHSKKL3CEFRB2
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活跃 (huóyuè) - use 活力 (huólì) when emphasizing a sense of inner energy or vitality, while 活跃 (huóyuè) focuses more on being active or lively in behavior.
Usage Notes
Avoid confusing 活力 with other similar words like 精力 (jīnglì), which specifically refers to mental energy. This term is informal and often used in everyday conversations, particularly when discussing well-being or enthusiasm for life. Remember to use the correct tones to convey the intended meaning.
HSK Study Tips
As an HSK Level 6 word, 活力 connects with other words related to health and energy, such as 精力 (jīnglì) and 力量 (lìliàng). Focus on using it in contextual phrases and recognizing its usage in literature and conversations about health or lifestyle.
Common Mistakes
Learners often mistakenly use 活力 when they mean 精力 (jīnglì) for mental energy, such as saying '我没有活力' (Wǒ méiyǒu huólì) when they actually mean 'I don't have the energy to concentrate.' Correctly, it should be '我没有精力' (Wǒ méiyǒu jīnglì).
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活力 (huó lì) refers to a sense of energy, vitality, or vigor, often associated with a lively spirit or robust health. It is commonly used in contexts discussing physical fitness, mental enthusiasm, and overall liveliness in daily life or activities.
When to use 活力
Avoid confusing 活力 with other similar words like 精力 (jīnglì), which specifically refers to mental energy. This term is informal and often used in everyday conversations, particularly when discussing well-being or enthusiasm for life. Remember to use the correct tones to convey the intended meaning.
活力 or something close to it
活跃 (huóyuè) - use 活力 (huólì) when emphasizing a sense of inner energy or vitality, while 活跃 (huóyuè) focuses more on being active or lively in behavior.
What learners get wrong
Learners often mistakenly use 活力 when they mean 精力 (jīnglì) for mental energy, such as saying '我没有活力' (Wǒ méiyǒu huólì) when they actually mean 'I don't have the energy to concentrate.' Correctly, it should be '我没有精力' (Wǒ méiyǒu jīnglì).
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Grammar patterns of 活力
活力 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 4 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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这一方法给教学带来了____，也使知识的吸收变得容易了。
This technique brings life to instruction and eases assimilation of knowledge.
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这一方法给教学带来了活力，也使知识的吸收变得容易了。
zhè yī fāngfǎ gěi jiàoxué dàilái le huólì， yě shǐ zhīshi de xīshōu biàn de róngyì le。
This technique brings life to instruction and eases assimilation of knowledge.
2
市场要有活力，需要不断地改变和调整。
shìchǎng yào yǒu huólì， xūyào búduàn dì gǎibiàn hé tiáozhěng。
The dynamic of the market demands constant change and adjustment.
3
埃米从她所站的位置都能感到他活力逼人。
āi mǐ cóng tā suǒ zhàn de wèizhì dōu néng gǎndào tā huólì bī rén。
Amy could sense his liveliness even from where she stood.
4
他就是缺乏那多一点的活力。
tā jiùshì quēfá nà duō yīdiǎn de huólì。
He just lacked that extra zing.
5
有人建议雪莱去意大利，那里的天气会使他恢复活力。
yǒurén jiànyì xuě lái qù yì dà lì， nàlǐ de tiānqì huì shǐ tā huīfù huólì。
Shelley was advised that the Italian climate would rejuvenate him.
6
他俩都很有活力，十分般配。
tā liǎ dōu hěn yǒu huólì， shífēn bān pèi。
They are both very vital people and a good match.
7
汤米·图恩在编排的舞蹈中注入其一贯的优雅和活力。
shāng mǐ· tú ēn zài biānpái de wǔdǎo zhōng zhùrù qí yíguàn de yōuyǎ hé huólì。
Tommy Tune gives the choreography his usual class and zip.
8
电影中的她缺乏演绎这出戏的活力和魅力。
diànyǐng zhōng de tā quēfá yǎnyì zhè chū xì de huólì hé mèilì。
Onscreen, she lacks the vitality or charisma to pass this performance off.
9
她是一位充满活力、博学多识的女子。
tā shì yī wèi chōngmǎn huólì、 bóxué duō shí de nǚzǐ。
She was a woman with extraordinary vibrancy and extraordinary knowledge.
10
医生的嗓音恢复了活力，两只小眼睛也有了神采。
yīshēng de sǎngyīn huīfù le huólì， liǎng zhī xiǎo yǎnjing yě yǒu le shén cǎi。
The doctor's voice had come alive and his small eyes shone.
