Meanings of 自立
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独立 (dúlì) - use 自立 when emphasizing personal self-reliance in emotional or personal contexts, while 独立 is more commonly used for broader contexts of independence, such as political or institutional.
Be careful not to confuse 自立 with similar terms like 依赖 (yīlài), which means to rely on others. This word is typically used in both formal and informal contexts but is particularly common in discussions about personal development. Common collocations include 自立能力 (ability to be self-reliant) and 自立生活 (independent living).
Although 自立 is not specifically listed in the HSK vocabulary, it connects well with HSK level 4 words related to personal development and lifestyle. Focus on understanding how this term relates to themes of independence and self-sufficiency found in other HSK vocabulary.
Learners often confuse 自立 with 依赖. For example, saying '我依赖我父母' (I am independent of my parents) is incorrect; it should be '我自立于我父母' (I am independent from my parents).
Pronunciation of 自立
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How to say independent in Chinese
“independent” in Chinese is自立
自立 (zìlì) refers to the state of being independent or self-reliant, where an individual is able to support themselves without relying on others. This term is often used in contexts related to personal growth, financial independence, and emotional resilience, emphasizing the ability to stand on one's own feet and make one's own decisions.
When to use 自立
Be careful not to confuse 自立 with similar terms like 依赖 (yīlài), which means to rely on others. This word is typically used in both formal and informal contexts but is particularly common in discussions about personal development. Common collocations include 自立能力 (ability to be self-reliant) and 自立生活 (independent living).
自立 or something close to it
独立 (dúlì) - use 自立 when emphasizing personal self-reliance in emotional or personal contexts, while 独立 is more commonly used for broader contexts of independence, such as political or institutional.
What learners get wrong
Learners often confuse 自立 with 依赖. For example, saying '我依赖我父母' (I am independent of my parents) is incorrect; it should be '我自立于我父母' (I am independent from my parents).
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Frequently Asked Questions about 自立
You can say: '我希望我的孩子能够自立，自己管理生活。' (I hope my child can be independent and manage their life on their own.)
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