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努力 (nǔlì) vs 努力的 (nǔlì de): use 力求 when emphasizing striving for a specific goal, whereas 努力 focuses more generally on hard work without the same goal-oriented nuance.
Be cautious of using 力求 in overly casual contexts, as it conveys a sense of serious commitment. Common collocations include 力求进步 (strive for progress) and 力求完美 (strive for perfection). Remember to maintain the correct tones, as mispronunciation can lead to misunderstandings.
As an HSK 6 term, 力求 connects with other advanced vocabulary that emphasizes effort and ambition. Students should practice using it in sentences to express their goals and aspirations, reinforcing its usage in both written and spoken forms.
Learners sometimes confuse 力求 with simpler terms like 努力 (nǔlì), which means to work hard but lacks the nuance of striving for a specific goal. Instead of saying 我努力学习 (I strive to study), they might incorrectly say 我力求学习, which sounds awkward. The correct phrasing would be 我力求取得好成绩 (I strive to achieve good results).
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How to say to make every effort to in Chinese
“to make every effort to” in Chinese is力求
The term 力求 (lìqiú) means to make every effort to achieve something or to strive for a particular goal. It is often used in contexts where determination and hard work are emphasized, such as in personal aspirations, academic pursuits, or professional endeavors.
When to use 力求
Be cautious of using 力求 in overly casual contexts, as it conveys a sense of serious commitment. Common collocations include 力求进步 (strive for progress) and 力求完美 (strive for perfection). Remember to maintain the correct tones, as mispronunciation can lead to misunderstandings.
力求 or something close to it
努力 (nǔlì) vs 努力的 (nǔlì de): use 力求 when emphasizing striving for a specific goal, whereas 努力 focuses more generally on hard work without the same goal-oriented nuance.
What learners get wrong
Learners sometimes confuse 力求 with simpler terms like 努力 (nǔlì), which means to work hard but lacks the nuance of striving for a specific goal. Instead of saying 我努力学习 (I strive to study), they might incorrectly say 我力求学习, which sounds awkward. The correct phrasing would be 我力求取得好成绩 (I strive to achieve good results).
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Grammar Patterns of 力求
力求 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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他们____把开发周期缩至18个月以下。
They aim to cut production lead times to under 18 months.
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Yes, 力求 can be used in both formal writing and everyday conversation, though it is more common in formal contexts.
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