精力 (jīng lì) — energy, vigor (of a person)
Definition
精力 is the personal energy a person has for mental or physical tasks. Unlike 能源 (energy as a resource/power source) or 干劲 (drive and motivation at work), it refers to stamina and capacity, not fuel or enthusiasm.
noun
energyvigor (of a person)
Easily confused
Examples
- ，精力。Tā gōng zuò hěn máng, dàn jīng lì hái shì hěn hǎo.He is busy with work, but his energy is still good.
- 精力，。Wǒ zuì jìn jīng lì bú gòu, xū yào duō xiū xi.I haven't had enough energy recently; I need more rest.
- 精力。Zuò yùn dòng kě yǐ ràng nǐ gèng yǒu jīng lì.Doing exercise can give you more energy.
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