力图

lì tú

HSK 2.0 Level 6 Rare

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Definitions

1. to try hard to
2. to strive to

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Word relationships

Related words

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• 企图 qǐ tú 企图 qǐ tú to attempt 企图 often has a negative connotation of scheming, unlike the neutral 力图.: to attempt
• 尽力 jìn lì 尽力 jìn lì to strive one's hardest 尽力 means 'to do one's best', whereas 力图 focuses on the aim.: to strive one's hardest

Synonyms

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• 努力 nǔ lì 努力 nǔ lì to make an effort; to try hard; to strive Both mean to make an effort, but 力图 emphasizes a goal-oriented attempt.: to make an effort; to try hard; to strive
• 力求 lì qiú 力求 lì qiú to make every effort to 力求 means 'to strive for', very close in meaning to 力图.: to make every effort to

Usage notes

Common mistakes

力图 is followed by a verb phrase expressing the goal, not a noun. Incorrect: 力图成功 (to try hard success). Correct: 力图取得成功 (to strive to achieve success).

Formality

力图 is formal and often used in writing or official contexts; in casual speech, 想办法 (think of a way) or 努力 (try hard) are more natural.

Example Sentences

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我们 力图 找到最好的方案。

We strive to find the best solution.

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Child Words of 力图

• 力 力 lì: power
• 图 图 tú: diagram