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March 24, 2026
权利(權利)quánlì(quan2li4)
权利 (quánlì) refers to the power or rights that individuals or groups possess, often in legal or social contexts. It encompasses privileges granted by laws or social norms, and is frequently used in discussions about human rights, political power, and personal entitlements.
Frequency#1366DifficultyMedium
Cultural Note
The concept of 权利 is central to discussions about legal rights and social justice in China, especially in the context of recent reforms and movements advocating for individual rights.
Memory Tip
Think of 权 (quán) as a 'scale' of power that tips in your favor, with 利 (lì) representing 'benefits' or 'advantages.' Imagine standing on a scale where your rights weigh more than others, giving you the upper hand.
Meanings of 权利
quánlì(quan2li4)
1power
2right
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About 权利
权利Simplified
權利Traditional
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—Radical
名词míngcínoun (n.)Part of Speech
#1366Frequency Rank
HSK 2.0L5HSK 3.0L5IntermediateTOCFLL4HSKKL2CEFRB1
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Quick Contrast
权力 (quánlì) refers specifically to power or authority, often in a political context, while 权利 (quánlì) emphasizes rights or entitlements.
Memory Mnemonic
Think of 权 (quán) as a 'scale' of power that tips in your favor, with 利 (lì) representing 'benefits' or 'advantages.' Imagine standing on a scale where your rights weigh more than others, giving you the upper hand.
Usage Notes
Common mistakes include confusing 权利 with 权力 (quánlì), which refers to 'power' in a more authoritative sense, while 权利 emphasizes rights or entitlements. It is usually used in formal contexts, such as legal discussions or political discourse.
HSK Study Tips
As an HSK 5 word, 权利 connects to other legal and social terms you may encounter, such as 责任 (zérèn, responsibility) and 权力 (quánlì, power). Focus on how these words interact in sentences to understand their nuances.
Cultural Note
The concept of 权利 is central to discussions about legal rights and social justice in China, especially in the context of recent reforms and movements advocating for individual rights.
Common Mistakes
Learners often confuse 权利 with 权力. For example, saying '我有权力去选择' (wǒ yǒu quánlì qù xuǎnzé) incorrectly uses 权力 instead of 权利. The correct phrase is '我有权利去选择' (wǒ yǒu quánlì qù xuǎnzé), meaning 'I have the right to choose.'
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Cultural Notes for 权利
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The concept of 权利 is central to discussions about legal rights and social justice in China, especially in the context of recent reforms and movements advocating for individual rights.
Frequently Asked Questions about 权利
权利 (quánlì) refers to rights or entitlements, while 权力 (quánlì) pertains to authority or power over others.
Yes, but it is more common in formal discussions regarding rights, laws, or privileges.
It is generally viewed positively, as it relates to personal freedoms and entitlements, but can also be contentious in political contexts.
