Definition
实力 (shí lì) refers to the actual strength or capability of a person, organization, or country, especially in competition or comparison. Unlike 力气 (physical strength) or 体力 (physical stamina), 实力 is about overall ability, including skills, resources, and influence. It is also broader than 力量 (power/force), which can be more abstract or physical.
noun
actual strengthcapability (of a person, organization, or country)
Easily confused
- 势力shì lìsound-alikepower (especially in a social or political context)
- 视力shì lìsound-alikevision, eyesight
- 失礼shī lǐsound-aliketo act discourteously, to be rude (in a formal or social context)
- 失利shī lìsound-aliketo lose, to suffer defeat
Examples
- 实力。Zhōngguó de jīngjì shí lì yuè lái yuè qiáng.China's economic strength is growing stronger and stronger.
- 实力。Wǒmen gōngsī de shí lì hěn qiáng.Our company has great strength.
- 实力。Tā de shí lì zài zhè cì bǐsài zhōng wánquán biǎoxiàn le chūlái.His ability was fully demonstrated in this competition.
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