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March 24, 2026
树立(樹立)shùlì(shu4li4)
The verb 树立 (shùlì) means to set up or establish something, often in a figurative sense, such as ideals, values, or a reputation. It is commonly used in contexts like setting up a standard or establishing a principle, emphasizing the act of creating something that is intended to last or be recognized.
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Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, the concept of establishing ideals (理想) and values is crucial in both personal development and professional settings, often referenced in education and leadership discussions.
Memory Tip
Imagine a tree (树) being planted firmly in the ground, symbolizing the establishment (立) of something strong and enduring. The tree represents the long-lasting nature of what you set up, and the action of planting it helps you remember the pronunciation 'shùlì'.
Meanings of 树立
shùlì(shu4li4)
1to set up
2to establish
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About 树立
树立Simplified
樹立Traditional
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动词dòngcíverb (v.)Part of Speech
#10138Frequency Rank
HSK 2.0L6HSK 3.0L6AdvancedCEFRC2
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确立 (quèlì) - use 确立 when emphasizing the confirmation or establishment of a fact or system, while 树立 focuses more on the act of setting up ideals or values.
Memory Mnemonic
Imagine a tree (树) being planted firmly in the ground, symbolizing the establishment (立) of something strong and enduring. The tree represents the long-lasting nature of what you set up, and the action of planting it helps you remember the pronunciation 'shùlì'.
Usage Notes
Be careful not to confuse 树立 with related verbs like 设立 (shèlì), which specifically means to establish an organization or system. 树立 is often used in more formal contexts, and it typically collocates with words like 理想 (lǐxiǎng - ideals) or 标准 (biāozhǔn - standards). Watch for the correct tones: shùlì.
HSK Study Tips
As an HSK 6 word, 树立 connects with other advanced vocabulary related to setting and establishing principles or frameworks. Focus on using it in sentences that discuss values or standards to reinforce its meaning and context.
Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, the concept of establishing ideals (理想) and values is crucial in both personal development and professional settings, often referenced in education and leadership discussions.
Common Mistakes
Learners often confuse 树立 with 设立, mistakenly using it to refer to physical establishments like buildings. For example, saying '树立一座学校' (to establish a school) is incorrect; the correct expression is '设立一座学校'.
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Grammar Patterns of 树立
树立 functions as a verb — the action or state of the sentence. The Chinese order is Subject + Verb + Object (我吃饭). Negate it with 不 (habitual / future) or 没(有) (completed action). Add aspect markers like 了, 过, 着 directly after the verb. It carries 2 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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Complete the Sentence
尽你所能让她____信心，提高士气。
Do what you can to give her confidence and boost her morale.
Example Sentences for 树立 (5)
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尽你所能让她树立信心，提高士气。
jìn nǐ suǒ néng ràng tā shù lì xìn xīn， ， tí gāo shì。
Do what you can to give her confidence and boost her morale.
Editorially, they never really became a unique distinct product.
3
这样大发脾气与他所树立的个人形象不相称。
zhè yàng dà fā pí qì yǔ tā suǒ shù lì de gè rén xíng xiàng bù xiāng chēng。
The outburst was inconsistent with the image he has cultivated.
4
他重新树立自己地位的机会因教练的战术而流产了。
tā zhòng xīn shù lì zì jǐ dì wèi de jī huì yīn jiào liàn de zhàn shù ér liú chǎn le。
His opportunity to re-establish himself had been nobbled by the manager's tactics.
5
树立的自信心越强，成功的把握就越大。
shù lì de zì xìn xīn yuè qiáng， ， chéng gōng de bǎ wò jiù yuè。
The more confidence you build up in yourself, the greater are your chances of success.
Cultural Notes for 树立
🏮Cultural insight
In Chinese culture, the concept of establishing ideals (理想) and values is crucial in both personal development and professional settings, often referenced in education and leadership discussions.
Frequently Asked Questions about 树立
It's more commonly found in formal writing or discussions about values and principles rather than casual conversation.
No, 树立 is typically used in a figurative sense; for physical objects, you would use 设立 or 建立 (jiànlì).
Common collocations include 树立理想 (to establish ideals) and 树立形象 (to establish an image).
