物力 (wùlì) refers to the physical resources or material power that can be utilized in various contexts, particularly in production or industry. It encompasses the tangible assets and labor force available for achieving specific tasks or goals, making it a key term in discussions about economics and resource management.
HSK 7, 16 strokes, Hard
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May 27, 2026
物力wùlì(wu4li4)
物力 (wùlì) refers to the physical resources or material power that can be utilized in various contexts, particularly in production or industry. It encompasses the tangible assets and labor force available for achieving specific tasks or goals, making it a key term in discussions about economics and resource management.
Strokes16Frequency#—DifficultyHard
Cultural Note
In China, the concept of 物力 is particularly important in discussions about sustainable development and industrial growth, reflecting the country's rapid economic transformation and emphasis on efficient resource utilization.
Memory Tip
Imagine a strong, muscular person (物) lifting heavy objects (力). This mental image of physical strength and resources can help you remember that 物力 relates to material power and resources.
About 物力
物力Simplified
16Strokes
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名词míngcínoun (n.)Part of Speech
#—Frequency Rank
HSK 3.0L7AdvancedCEFRC2
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Memory Mnemonic
Imagine a strong, muscular person (物) lifting heavy objects (力). This mental image of physical strength and resources can help you remember that 物力 relates to material power and resources.
Usage Notes
Be cautious when using 物力 in informal contexts, as it is more technical and often found in business or academic discussions. Common collocations include 物力资源 (physical resources) and 物力投入 (investment of physical resources).
HSK Study Tips
As a HSK 7 word, focus on understanding its application in economic contexts and how it connects with other HSK 6 vocabulary related to resources, production, and industry. This word may often appear in texts discussing resource allocation and management.
Cultural Note
In China, the concept of 物力 is particularly important in discussions about sustainable development and industrial growth, reflecting the country's rapid economic transformation and emphasis on efficient resource utilization.
Common Mistakes
Learners often confuse 物力 with 劳力 (láolì), which means labor power. Remember, 物力 focuses on physical resources, while 劳力 emphasizes human labor. For example, saying '我们需要增加劳力' (wǒmen xūyào zēngjiā láolì) when referring to needing more machinery would be incorrect; instead, use '我们需要增加物力'.
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Cultural Notes for 物力
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In China, the concept of 物力 is particularly important in discussions about sustainable development and industrial growth, reflecting the country's rapid economic transformation and emphasis on efficient resource utilization.
Frequently Asked Questions about 物力
物力 is more commonly used in professional or academic discussions rather than everyday conversation.
While both relate to resources, 物力 specifically emphasizes physical or material resources, whereas 资源 is broader.
