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力量 — pronunciations, definitions, and tags
HanziPinyinEnglishTags
力量lìliàngpowerHSK 5, n, rank #964, Medium
力量lìliàngforceHSK 5, n, rank #964, Medium
力量lìliàngstrengthHSK 5, n, rank #964, Medium
lìliàng(li4liang4) T4
  1. 1power
  2. 2force
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March 24, 2026
力量lìliàng(li4liang4)

力量 (lìliàng) refers to power, force, or strength, often in a physical or metaphorical sense. It can describe both tangible physical strength, such as that of a person or object, and abstract power, like influence or emotional resilience.

Frequency#964DifficultyMedium
Cultural Note

In Chinese culture, 力量 is often associated with traditional values of resilience and strength, especially in martial arts, where both physical and mental strength are highly regarded.

Memory Tip

Imagine a strong person lifting a heavy weight to visualize 力 (lì) for 'strength' and 量 (liàng) indicating 'measure' or 'quantity'. Together, they remind you that 力量 measures the amount of power or strength one possesses.

Meanings of 力量

lìliàng(li4liang4)
1power
2force
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About 力量

力量Simplified
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名词míngcínoun (n.)Part of Speech
#964Frequency Rank
HSK 2.0L5HSK 3.0L5ElementaryTOCFLL3HSKKL2CEFRA2

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AI Study Notes for 力量

Quick Contrast

力量 (lìliàng) vs 力气 (lìqi) — use 力量 for a broader sense of power or influence, while 力气 specifically refers to physical strength or effort.

Memory Mnemonic

Imagine a strong person lifting a heavy weight to visualize 力 (lì) for 'strength' and 量 (liàng) indicating 'measure' or 'quantity'. Together, they remind you that 力量 measures the amount of power or strength one possesses.

Usage Notes

Learners often confuse 力量 with 力 (lì), which means 'force' or 'strength' without the quantitative aspect. Use 力量 in contexts where you discuss capacity or intensity, such as 'the strength of an argument' or 'physical power'.

HSK Study Tips

As an HSK 5 word, 力量 connects to other advanced vocabulary related to strength and influence. Focus on using it in phrases and sentences to deepen understanding of its nuances in different contexts.

Cultural Note

In Chinese culture, 力量 is often associated with traditional values of resilience and strength, especially in martial arts, where both physical and mental strength are highly regarded.

Common Mistakes

Learners sometimes mistakenly use 力量 when discussing general ability, where 能力 (nénglì) is more appropriate. For example, saying '他的力量很强' (Tā de lìliàng hěn qiáng) to mean 'His ability is strong' should be corrected to '他的能力很强' (Tā de nénglì hěn qiáng).

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Component Characters

力lìpower
HSK 52 strokes力
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量liángto measure
HSK 412 strokes里
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Grammar Patterns of 力量

力量 functions as a noun — it names a person, place, thing, or concept. Place it as a subject before the verb (主+谓) or as an object after the verb (谓+宾). Most Chinese nouns require a measure word between the number and the noun (e.g. 一个/三本). It carries 3 related meanings, each with its own usage notes below. The example sentences below show it in action, with practice buttons (Listen, Practice Writing, Practice Speaking) on every line.

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凭他一个人的____是完成不了的。

It cannot be completed by his strength alone.

Example Sentences for 力量 (10)

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当你从内心深处找到一种可以忍受一切痛苦的坚强力量时，你的成长历程就会出现飞跃。

dāng nǐ cóng nèi xīn shēn chǔ zhǎo dào yī zhǒng kě yǐ rěn shòu yī qiē tòng kǔ de jiān qiáng lì liáng shí， ， nǐ de chéng cháng lì chéng jiù huì chū xiàn fēi。

The turning point in the process of growing up is when you discover the core of strength within you that survives all hurt.--Max Lerner
2
他通过自己观念的力量改变了我们的世界。

tā tōng guò zì jǐ guān niàn de lì liáng gǎi biàn le wǒ mén de shì jiè。

He changed our world through the force of his ideas.
3
双方的武装力量都有密集动作。

shuāng fāng de wǔ zhuāng lì liáng dū yǒu mì jí dòng zuò。

The military on both sides are involved in intense activity.
4
撕裂的肌肉会收缩，丧失原来的力量、结构和紧实度。

sī liè de jī ròu huì shōu suō， ， sāng shī yuán lái de lì、 liáng 、 jié gòu hé jǐn。

Torn muscles retract, and lose strength, structure, and tightness.
5
他的速度之快、力量之大让其他队胆战不已。

tā de sù dù zhī kuài、 、 lì liáng zhī dà ràng qí tā duì dǎn zhàn bù。

He scares teams to death with his pace and power.
6
大公司已成为艺术市场上的重要力量。

dà gōng sī yǐ chéng wéi yì shù shì cháng shàng de zhòng yào lì liáng。

Big business has become a major player in the art market.
7
停火协议的执行很大程度取决于各方武装力量的意愿。

tíng huǒ xié yì de zhí háng hěn dà chéng dù qǔ jué yú gè fāng wǔ zhuāng lì liáng de yì yuàn。

The ceasefire leaves a lot to the goodwill of the forces involved.
8
实际上,这四种力量既然是缺一不可的, 所以是同等重要的.

shí jì shàng, , zhè sì zhǒng lì liáng jì rán shì quē yī bù kě, de , suǒ yǐ shì tóng děng zhòng.

Since none of the four is dispensable, they are equally important.
9
阴和阳是贯通整个世界的两个相对立的力量.

yīn hé yáng shì guàn tōng zhěng gè shì jiè de liǎng gè xiāng duì lì de lì liáng.

Yang is the muscling principle in nature and Yin is the opposite.
10
希腊是该地区调解冲突、稳定局势的一支力量。

xī là shì gāi dì qū tiáo jiě chōng tū、 、 wěn dìng jú shì de yī zhī lì。

Greece is a peacemaking, stabilizing force in the area.

Cultural Notes for 力量

🏮Cultural insight

In Chinese culture, 力量 is often associated with traditional values of resilience and strength, especially in martial arts, where both physical and mental strength are highly regarded.

Frequently Asked Questions about 力量

You can say '他的力量很大' (Tā de lìliàng hěn dà) meaning 'His strength is great'.