精力

jīng lì

HSK 2.0 Level 5 HSK 3.0 Level 5 Noun Common

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Definitions

1. energy

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Word relationships

Related words

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• 体力 tǐ lì 体力 tǐ lì physical strength both refer to personal energy, but 体力 emphasizes physical strength: physical strength
• 精神 jīng shén 精神 jīng shén spirit spirit or mental vigor, often contrasted with 精力: spirit
• 元气 yuán qì 元气 yuán qì strength vital energy in traditional Chinese concept, differs from everyday 精力: strength

Usage notes

Common mistakes

精力 is uncountable; avoid adding 一个 or using plural forms. It describes a person's energy level or capacity, not electrical energy.

Example Sentences

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他 精力 充沛，工作效率很高。

He is full of energy and works very efficiently.

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Words Containing 精力

• 全副精力 全副精力 quán fù jīng lì: to concentrate entirely on sth
• 精力充沛 精力充沛 jīng lì chōng pèi: vigorous

Child Words of 精力

• 力 力 lì: power
• 精 精 jīng: essence