B1 Expression Neutral

想方设法

xiangfang shefa

Try every means possible

Meaning

To do everything possible to achieve a goal.

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Cultural Background

Highly valued in business and education. Used similarly, often in political or social contexts. Used in Cantonese-speaking environments, often with a focus on 'hustle'. Used in formal and informal Chinese communication.

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Use with '为了'

It sounds very natural when paired with '为了' (in order to).

Meaning

To do everything possible to achieve a goal.

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Use with '为了'

It sounds very natural when paired with '为了' (in order to).

Test Yourself

Fill in the blank with the correct phrase.

为了通过考试,他______复习。

✓ Correct! ✗ Not quite. Correct answer: 想方设法

The context implies effort to achieve a goal.

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Practice Bank

1 exercises
Fill in the blank with the correct phrase. Fill Blank B1

为了通过考试,他______复习。

✓ Correct! ✗ Not quite. Correct answer: 想方设法

The context implies effort to achieve a goal.

🎉 Score: /1

Frequently Asked Questions

1 questions

It's neutral. You can use it anywhere.

Related Phrases

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千方百计

synonym

A thousand ways and a hundred plans.

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