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致力 (zhìlì) vs 投入 (tóurù) — use 致力 when emphasizing dedication to a cause, while 投入 focuses more on the act of being engaged or immersed in an activity.
Be cautious with the tone; the first character (致) is pronounced with a falling tone while the second (力) has a falling tone as well. It is commonly paired with words like '努力' (nǔlì - to strive) or '发展' (fāzhǎn - to develop), so understanding these collocations will enhance usage.
As an HSK 6 word, 致力 connects with other advanced vocabulary related to work and dedication. Focus on using it in sentences that discuss goals or commitments to enhance fluency and comprehension at this level.
Learners often confuse 致力 with similar terms like 努力, using them interchangeably, which can lead to miscommunication. For example, saying '我致力学习' (I dedicate to studying) instead of '我努力学习' (I strive to study) is incorrect.
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How to say to work for in Chinese
“to work for” in Chinese is致力
致力 (zhìlì) means to dedicate oneself to a cause or to put in effort towards achieving a goal. This term is often used in formal contexts, especially in discussions about work, projects, or social causes, indicating a strong commitment to a particular task or objective.
When to use 致力
Be cautious with the tone; the first character (致) is pronounced with a falling tone while the second (力) has a falling tone as well. It is commonly paired with words like '努力' (nǔlì - to strive) or '发展' (fāzhǎn - to develop), so understanding these collocations will enhance usage.
致力 or something close to it
致力 (zhìlì) vs 投入 (tóurù) — use 致力 when emphasizing dedication to a cause, while 投入 focuses more on the act of being engaged or immersed in an activity.
What learners get wrong
Learners often confuse 致力 with similar terms like 努力, using them interchangeably, which can lead to miscommunication. For example, saying '我致力学习' (I dedicate to studying) instead of '我努力学习' (I strive to study) is incorrect.
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Grammar patterns of 致力
致力 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 2 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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他一心一意____于早日让被压迫者获得自由。
He was single-mindedly devoted to the hastening of freedom for the oppressed.
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While it is primarily a formal term, it can be used informally to express commitment in personal projects among friends.
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