力争
Traditional: 力爭
lì zhēng HSK 6

English Meaning

📚 Example Sentences

公司力争年底完成目标。
Gōngsī lìzhēng niándǐ wánchéng mùbiāo.
The company strives to achieve its goals by year-end.
他力争在比赛中取得好成绩。
Tā lìzhēng zài bǐsài zhōng qǔdé hǎo chéngjì.
He works hard to achieve good results in the competition.
我们力争解决这个复杂问题。
Wǒmen lìzhēng jiějué zhège fùzá wèntí.
We strive to solve this complex problem.
我们力争胜利。
Wǒmen lìzhēng shènglì.
We strive for victory.
他力争第一。
Tā lìzhēng dì yī.
He vies for first place.

💡 Memory Tip

Break it down: 力 (lì) means 'strength/effort,' and 争 (zhēng) means 'to contend/strive.' Think of it as 'using your strength to contend for something.'

📝 Usage Notes

This word is moderately formal and is commonly used in both written and spoken language, especially in contexts like work, sports, law, and politics. It is suitable for situations where determination and vigorous effort are emphasized, such as in goals, targets, or evidence.

📖 Grammar Points

Often used in the pattern '力争 + Verb Phrase' (e.g., 力争完成目标) or '力争 + 在 + Time/Event + 前' (e.g., 力争在月底前完工). It can also be followed by a noun object, as in 力争冠军.

🏯 Cultural Notes

Reflects a cultural value of perseverance and determination in Chinese society, often associated with achieving success through hard work and competition, such as in academic or professional settings.

🔄 Similar Words

Similar to 努力 (nǔlì, 'to strive/effort,' more general) and 争取 (zhēngqǔ, 'to strive for/win over,' often implies winning something). 力争 emphasizes a more forceful, contention-based effort, often against obstacles or competition.

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