You'll often hear the word 精力 (jīnglì) in Chinese. It refers to energy or vigor, much like how we use 'energy' in English. Think of it as the physical and mental power you have to do things.
For example, if you've had a long day at work, you might say you don't have much 精力 left. Or, if someone is very active and always busy, you could describe them as having a lot of 精力.
It's a useful word when talking about how you feel or describing someone's activity level. Try to listen for it in everyday conversations!
When talking about someone's personal energy or vigor, use 精力. It's often about the mental and physical power someone has to do things. Think of it as the 'oomph' a person has. For example, if someone is full of 精力, they have a lot of vitality and can do many tasks. If they lack 精力, they might feel tired or sluggish.
精力 in 30 Seconds
- 精力 refers to your physical and mental energy.
- You can use it to describe how much energy someone has.
- It's a common word for talking about being energetic or tired.
§ What does it mean and when do people use it?
Alright, let's talk about 精力 (jīng lì). This word is your go-to for 'energy' or 'vigor' in Chinese. Think of it as the fuel that keeps you going, whether it's for work, study, or just getting through the day. It's about your physical and mental stamina, your reserves. When you have a lot of 精力, you're full of beans, ready to tackle tasks. When your 精力 is low, you're probably feeling tired and maybe a bit sluggish.
- DEFINITION
- 精力 (jīng lì): energy; vigor. This refers to the physical and mental strength or vitality that a person has.
People use 精力 in a variety of situations. It's super common when talking about how much energy someone has for a task, or how much energy something requires. You'll hear it when people are discussing work-life balance, how much they can study, or even just how they're feeling after a long day.
For example, if you had a really busy day at work, you might say your 精力 is exhausted. If you're preparing for a big exam, you'd talk about needing to devote a lot of 精力 to studying. It's a very practical word because it touches on something we all experience daily: how much 'oomph' we have.
Let's look at a few examples to get a better feel for it:
他有很旺盛的精力。(He has abundant energy.)
我没有足够的精力做更多的工作了。(I don't have enough energy to do more work.)
Notice how in the first example, '旺盛' (wàng shèng) means 'vigorous' or 'exuberant', combining with 精力 to really emphasize a high level of energy. In the second, it's about lacking the 'enough' energy. These modifiers are common when using 精力.
So, when you're talking about anything related to your physical or mental capacity to do things, 精力 is the word you're looking for. It's a fundamental concept in daily conversation, so mastering it will seriously boost your ability to express yourself naturally in Chinese. Don't overthink it; just remember it's about that inner drive and stamina.
- When you're tired after a long day, you can say: 我的精力都用完了。(My energy is all used up.)
- If you need to focus on a big project: 我需要把所有精力都放在这个项目上。(I need to put all my energy into this project.)
- Describing someone who's always active: 他真是个有精力的人。(He is truly a person with energy.)
Keep practicing these simple uses, and you'll find 精力 becomes a natural part of your Chinese vocabulary. It's a building block for many more complex expressions about health, work, and life in general.
§ 精力 (jīng lì): What it means
精力 (jīng lì) is a versatile noun in Chinese that directly translates to 'energy' or 'vigor'. It refers to a person's physical and mental capacity to do things, often implying a vibrant and active state. Think of it as the 'oomph' you have to get tasks done, or the zest for life.
- DEFINITION
- energy; vigor
他很有精力。
Translation hint: He has a lot of energy.
我没有精力做饭了。
Translation hint: I don't have the energy to cook anymore.
§ 精力 (jīng lì) vs. 力量 (lì liàng)
It's easy to confuse 精力 (jīng lì) with 力量 (lì liàng), which means 'strength' or 'power'. While both relate to capacity, they refer to different aspects:
- 精力 (jīng lì): This is about your overall vitality and mental/physical drive to sustain an activity or effort over time. It's about being 'energetic'.
- 力量 (lì liàng): This refers to physical strength, like the ability to lift heavy objects, or power in a more abstract sense (e.g., political power). It's about being 'strong'.
他有足够力量搬起那个箱子。
Translation hint: He has enough strength to lift that box.
§ 精力 (jīng lì) vs. 活力 (huó lì)
Another related word is 活力 (huó lì), which means 'vitality' or 'energy' and often describes a lively and dynamic state. While very similar to 精力 (jīng lì), there's a subtle difference:
- 精力 (jīng lì): More about the actual 'store' or 'amount' of energy a person has, and their capacity for sustained effort.
- 活力 (huó lì): Often describes the outward manifestation of energy, an animated or vibrant quality. A person with 活力 is often visibly energetic and enthusiastic.
年轻人充满活力。
Translation hint: Young people are full of vitality (or energy).
§ When to use 精力 (jīng lì)
Use 精力 (jīng lì) when you are talking about:
- The amount of energy a person has: whether they have a lot, a little, or no energy.
- Expending or consuming energy: when an activity takes a lot of effort.
- Focus or concentration: sometimes it implies mental energy or focus.
这项工作需要很多精力。
Translation hint: This job requires a lot of energy/effort.
他把所有精力都投入到学习中。
Translation hint: He put all his energy/focus into studying.
In summary, 精力 (jīng lì) is your go-to word for talking about a person's general energy levels and their capacity to perform tasks. Keep practicing and you'll master these nuances in no time!
Pronunciation Guide
- confusing the tones, especially the first tone on 'jīng' and the fourth tone on 'lì'
Examples by Level
他有很多精力。
He has a lot of energy.
我没有精力做饭。
I don't have energy to cook.
孩子精力充沛。
Children are full of energy.
学习需要精力。
Studying requires energy.
我的精力不够。
My energy is not enough.
他把精力放在工作上。
He puts his energy into work.
请保存你的精力。
Please save your energy.
我今天精力很好。
My energy is good today.
他很有精力。
He has a lot of energy.
我没有精力做饭。
I don't have the energy to cook.
她把精力都放在工作上。
She puts all her energy into work.
小孩子精力旺盛。
Children are full of energy.
我们明天需要很多精力。
We will need a lot of energy tomorrow.
他用尽了所有精力。
He used up all his energy.
保持精力充沛很重要。
It's important to stay energetic.
我没有精力学习。
I don't have the energy to study.
我需要更多的精力来完成这项工作。
I need more energy to finish this work.
他精力充沛，总是充满活力。
He is full of vigor and always energetic.
学习一门新语言需要投入很多精力。
Learning a new language requires a lot of effort (energy).
经过一天的忙碌，我的精力快耗尽了。
After a busy day, my energy is almost used up.
保持健康的生活方式有助于保持精力。
Maintaining a healthy lifestyle helps to maintain energy.
把精力集中在重要的事情上。
Focus your energy on important things.
他把所有的精力都投入到了这个项目中。
He put all his energy into this project.
我周末会好好休息，恢复精力。
I will rest well on the weekend to recover my energy.
我今天没有精力做饭，我们点外卖吧。
I don't have the energy to cook today, let's order takeout.
他把所有的精力都投入到工作中。
He puts all his energy into his work.
孩子们精力充沛，总是跑来跑去。
Children are full of energy, always running around.
经过一晚上的休息，我恢复了精力。
After a night's rest, I recovered my energy.
这份工作需要你投入大量的精力和时间。
This job requires you to invest a lot of energy and time.
他虽然年纪大了，但精力依然旺盛。
Although he is old, his energy is still vigorous.
你需要保存精力，以应对接下来的挑战。
You need to save your energy to face the upcoming challenges.
开会的时候，大家都很集中精力。
During the meeting, everyone was very focused.
我需要更多的精力来完成这项任务。
I need more energy to complete this task.
他把全部精力都投入到工作中。
He put all his energy into his work.
年轻人精力充沛，可以熬夜。
Young people are full of energy and can stay up late.
这项运动需要消耗大量的精力。
This sport requires a lot of energy.
我最近感觉精力不足，总是很疲惫。
I've been feeling low on energy recently, always tired.
老师把大部分精力花在了教育学生上。
The teacher spent most of her energy on educating students.
经过一夜的休息，我又恢复了精力。
After a night's rest, I regained my energy.
他工作了一整天，但仍然精力旺盛。
He worked all day, but was still full of vigor.
他精力充沛，每天工作十几个小时。
He is full of energy, working over ten hours every day.
经过一天的忙碌，他感到精力耗尽。
After a busy day, he felt his energy was depleted.
保持充足的睡眠对恢复精力很重要。
Getting enough sleep is important for restoring energy.
她把所有的精力都投入到工作中去了。
She put all her energy into her work.
这个项目需要投入大量的精力。
This project requires a lot of energy investment.
我最近感到精力不济，总是很疲惫。
I've been feeling low on energy recently, always tired.
运动员在比赛前要储备好精力。
Athletes need to conserve their energy before a competition.
与其把精力浪费在争吵上，不如想想怎么解决问题。
Instead of wasting energy on arguing, it's better to think about how to solve the problem.
Common Collocations
Common Phrases
我精力充沛。
I have abundant energy. (I'm full of energy.)
你需要集中精力学习。
You need to concentrate your energy on studying. (You need to focus on studying.)
这事儿很花费精力。
This matter costs a lot of energy. (This is very tiring.)
他精力旺盛，不怕累。
He has vigorous energy, not afraid of being tired. (He's energetic and never gets tired.)
休息一下，恢复精力吧。
Rest for a bit, recover your energy. (Take a break to recharge.)
把全身精力投入到工作中。
Put all your body's energy into work. (Devote all your energy to work.)
你应该保存精力。
You should conserve your energy. (You should save your energy.)
做饭很耗费精力。
Cooking consumes a lot of energy. (Cooking is exhausting.)
他会合理分配精力。
He will reasonably allocate his energy. (He manages his energy well.)
我的精力有限。
My energy is limited. (I have limited energy.)
Often Confused With
Often used with '精力' to mean 'full of energy' or 'vigorous,' e.g., '精力充沛'.
Commonly used with '精力' to mean 'to put energy into something,' 'to devote oneself to,' e.g., '投入精力'.
Used with '精力' to mean 'to spend energy,' e.g., '花费精力'.
Idioms & Expressions
"精力充沛 (jīng lì chōng pèi)"
energetic; full of vigor
他每天都精力充沛地工作。 (He works energetically every day.)
neutral"养精蓄锐 (yǎng jīng xù ruì)"
to conserve energy and build up strength
我们需要养精蓄锐，准备明天的比赛。 (We need to conserve our energy and prepare for tomorrow's game.)
neutral"费尽精力 (fèi jìn jīng lì)"
to exhaust one's energy; to put in a lot of effort
为了完成这个项目，他费尽了精力。 (He exhausted all his energy to finish this project.)
neutral"集中精力 (jí zhōng jīng lì)"
to concentrate one's energy; to focus
请大家集中精力听讲。 (Everyone, please concentrate and listen.)
neutral"精力旺盛 (jīng lì wàng shèng)"
vigorous; bursting with energy
小孩子总是精力旺盛。 (Children are always bursting with energy.)
neutral"耗费精力 (hào fèi jīng lì)"
to consume energy; to be tiring
长时间的会议会耗费很多精力。 (Long meetings consume a lot of energy.)
neutral"心力交瘁 (xīn lì jiāo cuì)"
mentally and physically exhausted; worn out
他为了工作心力交瘁。 (He is mentally and physically exhausted because of work.)
formal"精力不济 (jīng lì bù jì)"
lacking in energy; feeling tired
他最近精力不济，总是想睡觉。 (He's been lacking in energy recently, always wanting to sleep.)
neutral"投入精力 (tóu rù jīng lì)"
to invest energy; to put effort into
我们需要投入更多精力来学习。 (We need to invest more energy into studying.)
neutral"恢复精力 (huī fù jīng lì)"
to recover energy; to recuperate
周末是恢复精力的好时机。 (The weekend is a good time to recover energy.)
neutralEasily Confused
Both '精力' and '能量' can be translated as 'energy,' but they refer to different types of energy. '精力' is specifically human energy, while '能量' is a broader term.
'精力' (jīnglì) refers to the energy of a person, their spirit, vigor, or vitality. It's about how much get-up-and-go someone has. '能量' (néngliàng) refers to energy in a more scientific or general sense, like the energy in food, electricity, or even abstractly, a team's energy.
他今天精力充沛，可以工作一整天。(Tā jīntiān jīnglì chōngpèi, kěyǐ gōngzuò yī zhěngtiān.) - He is full of energy today, he can work all day. (Here, we're talking about his personal vigor.) 食物提供我们身体所需的能量。(Shíwù tígōng wǒmen shēntǐ suǒ xū de néngliàng.) - Food provides the energy our bodies need. (This refers to physical, caloric energy.)
'力气' also relates to physical capacity, leading to confusion with '精力' which can also imply physical endurance.
'精力' (jīnglì) is about a person's overall mental and physical vitality, their spirit and vigor. '力气' (lìqi) refers specifically to physical strength or effort, the power to lift or move things.
学习中文需要很多精力。(Xuéxí Zhōngwén xūyào hěn duō jīnglì.) - Learning Chinese requires a lot of energy/effort (mental and perhaps physical endurance). 这个箱子太重了，我没有力气搬动它。(Zhège xiāngzi tài zhòng le, wǒ méiyǒu lìqi bāndòng tā.) - This box is too heavy, I don't have the strength to move it. (Here, it's about physical power.)
Both '精力' and '精神' share the character '精' and can refer to a person's state of being, but '精神' is broader.
'精力' (jīnglì) focuses on a person's vitality, vigor, and capacity to do things. '精神' (jīngshén) can refer to spirit, mind, consciousness, or morale. It can also describe someone's mental state (e.g., '精神很好' - in good spirits). While good '精力' often means good '精神,' they aren't interchangeable.
他把精力都投入到工作中了。(Tā bǎ jīnglì dōu tóurù dào gōngzuò zhōng le.) - He put all his energy into his work. (This is about his active vigor and effort.) 他的精神状态很好。(Tā de jīngshén zhuàngtài hěn hǎo.) - His mental state is very good. (This refers to his overall psychological well-being.)
Both terms describe a state of being active and vibrant.
'精力' (jīnglì) is about the actual energy or vigor a person possesses to perform tasks. '活力' (huólì) refers to vitality, dynamism, or vigor, often describing a lively and energetic quality, which can apply to people, places, or things. '活力' is more about the *quality* of being lively, while '精力' is about the *amount* of energy available.
我需要补充精力来完成这个项目。(Wǒ xūyào bǔchōng jīnglì lái wánchéng zhège xiàngmù.) - I need to replenish my energy to finish this project. (Focus on personal energy reserves.) 这个城市充满了活力。(Zhège chéngshì chōngmǎn le huólì.) - This city is full of vitality/dynamism. (Describing the lively atmosphere of a place.)
Both imply significant investment of personal resources into something, but '心血' is more about effort and care.
'精力' (jīnglì) is the energy and vigor. '心血' (xīnxuè) refers to painstaking effort, care, and thought, often implying a deep personal investment, like 'blood and sweat.' It's about the emotional and intellectual investment, not just physical energy.
他把全部精力都花在了家庭上。(Tā bǎ quánbù jīnglì dōu huā zài le jiātíng shàng.) - He spent all his energy on his family. (Referring to time and active effort.) 这本书凝聚了他毕生的心血。(Zhè běn shū níngjù le tā bìshēng de xīnxuè.) - This book embodies his lifelong painstaking effort/dedication. (Referring to deep intellectual and emotional investment.)
Tips
Basic Meaning
“精力” means energy or vigor. Think of it as the vitality you have for activities.
Common Usage: Have Energy
To say someone 'has energy', you can use 有精力 (yǒu jīnglì).
Example: 他很有精力。(Tā hěn yǒu jīnglì.) - He has a lot of energy.
Common Usage: Lack Energy
To express 'lack of energy', use 没有精力 (méiyǒu jīnglì).
Example: 我今天没有精力。(Wǒ jīntiān méiyǒu jīnglì.) - I don't have energy today.
Common Usage: Spend Energy
To say you 'spend energy' on something, use 花精力 (huā jīnglì).
Example: 她花了很多精力学习。(Tā huāle hěn duō jīnglì xuéxí.) - She spent a lot of energy studying.
Common Usage: Focus Energy
To 'focus one's energy', use 集中精力 (jízhōng jīnglì).
Example: 请集中精力工作。(Qǐng jízhōng jīnglì gōngzuò.) - Please focus your energy on work.
Using with Adjectives
You can describe the amount of energy using adverbs. For example, 很多精力 (hěn duō jīnglì) for 'a lot of energy', or 没多少精力 (méi duōshǎo jīnglì) for 'not much energy'.
Example: 他还有很多精力。(Tā hái yǒu hěn duō jīnglì.) - He still has a lot of energy.
Verb-Noun Pair
精力 often pairs with verbs like 花 (huā - to spend), 集中 (jízhōng - to concentrate), and 投入 (tóurù - to invest).
Example: 投入精力。(Tóurù jīnglì.) - Invest energy.
Not for Physical Objects
“精力” refers to human or animal vitality, not the energy of inanimate objects (like electricity or fuel). For those, use 能量 (néngliàng).
Associated with Youth
Often, having a lot of 精力 is associated with youth and health in Chinese culture. People might praise someone's 精力充沛 (jīnglì chōngpèi - abundant energy) if they are active.
Related Term: 体力
While similar, 精力 (jīnglì) focuses more on mental and overall vitality, whereas 体力 (tǐlì) refers specifically to physical strength or stamina.
Example: 他没有体力搬这个箱子。(Tā méiyǒu tǐlì bān zhège xiāngzi.) - He doesn't have the physical strength to move this box.
Practice in Real Life
Real-World Contexts
Talking about work or study
- 工作一天后，我没什么精力了。
- 学习中文需要很多精力。
- 我把所有精力都投入到这个项目里了。
Discussing health and well-being
- 最近我感觉精力充沛。
- 晚上睡不好，白天就没有精力。
- 运动可以帮助你保持精力。
Describing someone's personality or state
- 他是一个很有精力的人。
- 小孩子总是精力旺盛。
- 她看起来没什么精力，是不是生病了？
Planning or making decisions
- 这项任务会耗费很多精力。
- 我需要把精力集中在最重要的事上。
- 没有足够的精力做这些事情。
Talking about leisure activities
- 周末我想做些不需要太多精力的事情。
- 去爬山需要很多精力。
- 看电影对我来说是放松，不怎么耗费精力。
Conversation Starters
"你每天什么时候精力最充沛？"
"什么事情会让你觉得精力被耗尽了？"
"你有什么方法可以保持精力充沛吗？"
"你觉得学习中文需要多少精力？"
"你最近觉得精力怎么样？"
Journal Prompts
描述一个你精力充沛的早晨。
写下你最近觉得精力不足的原因以及你打算怎么改善。
如果你的精力是有限的，你会选择把它们用在哪些地方？为什么？
回顾一下你昨天做了什么事情，它们分别消耗了你多少精力？
写一个关于一个精力旺盛的孩子的故事。
Frequently Asked Questions
10 questions精力 (jīnglì) specifically refers to a person's energy, like their mental or physical vigor. Think 'human energy.' 能量 (néngliàng) is a more general term for energy, including scientific energy (like electricity) or even a team's morale. So, you have 精力, but a car has 能量.
You can say 我有好多精力 (wǒ yǒu hǎoduō jīnglì). Another common and natural way is 我很有精力 (wǒ hěn yǒu jīnglì), meaning 'I am very energetic'.
A good opposite for 精力 would be 疲惫 (píbèi), which means 'tired' or 'exhausted.' You might say 我没有精力 (wǒ méiyǒu jīnglì) for 'I don't have energy,' or 我精力不够 (wǒ jīnglì bù gòu) for 'I don't have enough energy.'
No, 精力 (jīnglì) is almost exclusively used for people or sometimes animals. For machines, you'd use 能量 (néngliàng) or specific terms like 动力 (dònglì) for 'power' or 'motive force.'
You can use the verb 花 (huā) for 'to spend' or 'to expend.' So, 花精力 (huā jīnglì) means 'to spend energy.' For 'to invest energy,' you might say 投入精力 (tóurù jīnglì).
Yes, absolutely! You can say 恢复精力 (huīfù jīnglì), which means 'to recover energy' or 'to regain vigor.' Resting helps you 恢复精力.
Yes, you can! Someone who is very active or lively might be described as 精力充沛 (jīnglì chōngpèi), which means 'energetic' or 'full of vigor.' It's a very common and useful phrase.
A common way to say 'lack of energy' is 精力不足 (jīnglì bùzú). The character 不足 (bùzú) means 'insufficient' or 'not enough.' So, it literally translates to 'insufficient energy.'
You could ask, 你还有精力做…吗？(nǐ hái yǒu jīnglì zuò…ma?) meaning 'Do you still have the energy to do...?' Or simply, 你精力怎么样？(nǐ jīnglì zěnmeyàng?) to ask about their energy levels in general.
A very useful one is 精力旺盛 (jīnglì wàngshèng). It means 'full of vitality' or 'robust in energy,' often used to describe someone who is very energetic and vigorous.
Test Yourself 108 questions
我每天早上都有很多___。
The sentence means 'I have a lot of energy every morning.' '精力' (jīnglì) means energy or vigor. '力气' (lìqì) refers to physical strength. '时间' (shíjiān) means time. '钱' (qián) means money. Therefore, '精力' is the most suitable word here.
他工作很忙，所以没有___去运动。
The sentence means 'He is very busy with work, so he doesn't have the energy to exercise.' '精力' (jīnglì) fits the meaning of 'energy' in this context. '办法' (bànfǎ) means method or way. '兴趣' (xìngqù) means interest. '地方' (dìfāng) means place.
你需要多休息，才能恢复___。
The sentence means 'You need more rest to recover your energy.' '恢复精力' (huīfù jīnglì) is a common phrase meaning 'to recover energy.' '心情' (xīnqíng) means mood. '健康' (jiànkāng) means health. '睡眠' (shuìmián) means sleep.
这个孩子真有___，跑了一整天都不累。
The sentence means 'This child truly has a lot of energy, running all day without getting tired.' '精力' (jīnglì) is the best fit for expressing a child's high energy level. '时间' (shíjiān) means time. '钱' (qián) means money. '问题' (wèntí) means problem.
学习中文需要很多___和耐心。
The sentence means 'Learning Chinese requires a lot of energy and patience.' '精力' (jīnglì) refers to the mental and physical energy needed for a task. '食物' (shíwù) means food. '衣服' (yīfu) means clothes. '电脑' (diànnǎo) means computer.
他把所有的___都放在了工作上。
The sentence means 'He put all his energy into his work.' '把精力放在...' (bǎ jīnglì fàng zài...) is a common structure meaning 'to put energy into...'. '水' (shuǐ) means water. '笔' (bǐ) means pen. '书' (shū) means book.
He has a lot of energy.
I don't have the energy to cook.
Do you have a lot of energy?
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我很累，没有精力。
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他每天都很有精力。
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This sentence means 'He has a lot of energy.' The structure is Subject + 很 + 有 + Object (adjective + noun).
This sentence means 'I don't have the energy to study.' The structure is Subject + 没有 + Object (verb phrase).
This sentence means 'Do you have the energy to work?' It's a question using 吗 (ma).
他工作了一整天，没有___了。
Here, '精力' (jīnglì) means 'energy' in the sense of vitality or vigor, which fits the context of being tired after a day's work. '力气' (lìqi) is physical strength, '能力' (nénglì) is ability, and '体力' (tǐlì) is physical power.
小孩子总是很有___。
'精力' (jīnglì) is the best fit here to describe the high energy levels of children. '精神' (jīngshén) means spirit or mental state, '劲儿' (jìnr) means strength or energy, often in a more forceful way, and '力量' (lìliàng) means power or strength.
我最近___不好，总是觉得很累。
To say you don't have good energy, '精力' (jīnglì) is the correct word. '身体' (shēntǐ) is body, '心情' (xīnqíng) is mood, and '状态' (zhuàngtài) is state or condition.
学习中文需要很多___。
Learning a language requires a lot of mental energy, so '精力' (jīnglì) is suitable here. While it also requires time, patience, and effort, '精力' directly refers to the vigor needed.
他把所有___都投入到工作中了。
Here, '精力' (jīnglì) refers to all the energy and vigor put into work. '思想' (sīxiǎng) is thought, '感情' (gǎnqíng) is feeling or emotion, and '心血' (xīnxuè) refers to painstaking effort.
锻炼身体可以增加你的___。
Exercising helps increase your energy and vigor, so '精力' (jīnglì) is the best choice. '健康' (jiànkāng) is health, '寿命' (shòumìng) is lifespan, and '体重' (tǐzhòng) is body weight.
Choose the correct word to complete the sentence: 他学习了一天，现在没有___了。
The sentence means 'He studied all day, now he has no energy.' 精力 (jīnglì) means 'energy'.
Which word best fits the blank: 运动让我充满___。
The sentence means 'Exercise makes me full of energy.' 精力 (jīnglì) means 'energy; vigor'.
Select the most appropriate word: 奶奶虽然年纪大了，但还是很有___。
The sentence means 'Although Grandma is old, she still has a lot of vigor.' 精力 (jīnglì) means 'energy; vigor'.
Statement: 他工作了一天，现在很有精力。 (He worked all day, now he has a lot of energy.)
If someone worked all day, they would likely be tired and not have a lot of energy. This statement is contradictory.
Statement: 每天早睡早起对保持精力很重要。 (Going to bed early and waking up early every day is important for maintaining energy.)
Getting enough rest by going to bed and waking up early generally helps maintain energy levels.
Statement: 精力可以用来形容一个人的体力或精神状态。 (Jīnglì can be used to describe a person's physical or mental state.)
精力 (jīnglì) refers to both physical energy and mental vigor.
Listen for '精力' (jīnglì) and understand the meaning of the sentence.
Pay attention to how '精力' is used in the context of working.
Listen for the adjective used to describe the children's energy.
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我今天没有精力了。
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你有没有精力去运动？
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他把所有精力都放在学习上。
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You feel energetic today! Describe what you plan to do, using '精力' (jīnglì) at least once.
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今天我很有精力，想去跑步和学习中文。 (Today I have a lot of energy, I want to go running and study Chinese.)
Your friend looks tired. Write a short message asking them if they have enough energy for an activity you both planned. Use '精力' (jīnglì).
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你看起来有点累。你还有精力去踢足球吗？ (You look a bit tired. Do you still have the energy to play soccer?)
Describe a time when you had to use a lot of energy to finish something. Use '精力' (jīnglì) at least once.
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我用了很大的精力才完成了这份报告。 (I used a lot of energy to finish this report.)
根据短文，小明什么时候会没有精力？ (According to the passage, when will Xiao Ming have no energy?)
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小明喜欢运动，他每天都有很多精力去跑步和游泳。但是，如果他熬夜了，第二天就会没有精力。 (Xiao Ming likes sports, he has a lot of energy every day to run and swim. However, if he stays up late, he will have no energy the next day.)
根据短文，小明什么时候会没有精力？ (According to the passage, when will Xiao Ming have no energy?)
短文说'如果他熬夜了，第二天就会没有精力' (The passage says 'if he stays up late, he will have no energy the next day').
短文说'如果他熬夜了，第二天就会没有精力' (The passage says 'if he stays up late, he will have no energy the next day').
根据短文，学习中文需要什么？ (According to the passage, what does learning Chinese require?)
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学中文需要很多精力和时间。如果你每天都努力学习，你的中文会进步很快。 (Learning Chinese requires a lot of energy and time. If you study hard every day, your Chinese will improve quickly.)
根据短文，学习中文需要什么？ (According to the passage, what does learning Chinese require?)
短文清楚地提到'学中文需要很多精力和时间' (The passage clearly states 'learning Chinese requires a lot of energy and time').
短文清楚地提到'学中文需要很多精力和时间' (The passage clearly states 'learning Chinese requires a lot of energy and time').
为什么她想回家休息？ (Why does she want to go home and rest?)
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她工作了一整天，现在感觉精力不足。她想回家休息。 (She worked all day, and now feels she doesn't have enough energy. She wants to go home and rest.)
为什么她想回家休息？ (Why does she want to go home and rest?)
短文说'现在感觉精力不足。她想回家休息' (The passage says 'now feels she doesn't have enough energy. She wants to go home and rest').
短文说'现在感觉精力不足。她想回家休息' (The passage says 'now feels she doesn't have enough energy. She wants to go home and rest').
This sentence means 'He has a lot of energy to work.' The typical structure is 'Subject + 很 (very) + 有 (have) + 精力 (energy) + Verb'.
This sentence means 'I don't have energy to study.' The negative form uses '没有 (don't have)' before '精力'.
This sentence means 'The puppy's energy is very vigorous.' '旺盛' means vigorous or exuberant.
他每天都有很多___去工作。
Here, 精力 (jīnglì) refers to the energy or vigor one has for work or activities. 力气 (lìqi) means physical strength, 精神 (jīngshén) means spirit or mental state, and 体力 (tǐlì) means physical power.
小明学习了一天，感觉___不足。
精力 (jīnglì) is the most suitable word to describe the lack of energy after a day of studying. 能力 (nénglì) means ability, 效率 (xiàolǜ) means efficiency, and 动力 (dònglì) means motivation.
保持充足的睡眠对恢复___很重要。
充足的睡眠 (chōngzú de shuìmián) helps to restore one's 精力 (jīnglì), which is energy. While 时间 (shíjiān) means time, 健康 (jiànkāng) means health, and 心情 (xīnqíng) means mood, 精力 best fits the context of restoring energy.
她把所有的___都投入到了这个项目中。
To invest all of one's 精力 (jīnglì) means to put all of one's energy into something. 金钱 (jīnqián) means money, 想法 (xiǎngfǎ) means idea, and 时间 (shíjiān) means time.
年轻人往往___充沛，可以做很多事情。
年轻人 (niánqīngrén) often have 精力 (jīnglì) that is 充沛 (chōngpèi), meaning abundant energy. 勇气 (yǒngqì) means courage, 智慧 (zhìhuì) means wisdom, and 耐心 (nàixīn) means patience.
锻炼身体可以帮助你增加___。
Exercising (锻炼身体, duànliàn shēntǐ) is a good way to increase one's 精力 (jīnglì), or energy. 经验 (jīngyàn) means experience, 知识 (zhīshi) means knowledge, and 兴趣 (xìngqù) means interest.
He doesn't have much energy today, looks very tired.
I need more energy to finish this project.
How do you maintain so much energy every day?
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我昨天熬夜了，所以今天没有精力工作。
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运动能帮助我保持充沛的精力。
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他把全部精力都投入到了工作中。
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他每天工作十几个小时，看起来还是那么有___。
The sentence describes someone who works long hours but still seems full of 'energy' or 'vigor'. '精力' (jīnglì) fits this context best.
经过一整夜的休息，他终于恢复了___。
After a whole night's rest, one would recover their 'energy' or 'vigor'. '精力' (jīnglì) is the most suitable word here.
孩子们总是那么有___，好像永远不会累。
Children are often described as having endless 'energy' or 'vigor'. '精力' (jīnglì) is the correct choice.
为了完成这个项目，他投入了所有的___。
To complete a project, one would invest all their 'energy' or 'vigor'. '精力' (jīnglì) is the most appropriate word.
长时间的学习会消耗大量的___。
Long hours of studying consume a lot of 'energy' or 'vigor'. '精力' (jīnglì) is the best fit.
他虽然年纪大了，但___依然很旺盛。
Even though he is old, his 'energy' or 'vigor' is still strong. '精力' (jīnglì) is the correct word here.
她把所有的______都投入到了工作中。
The sentence means 'She poured all her energy into her work.' '精力' (jīnglì) refers to mental and physical energy. '精神' (jīngshén) refers to spirit or consciousness. '力气' (lìqì) refers to physical strength. '体力' (tǐlì) refers to physical strength/energy.
为了准备这次考试，他每天都熬夜学习，看起来______不足。
The sentence means 'To prepare for this exam, he stayed up late every night to study, looking like he lacked energy.' '精力' (jīnglì) is the most suitable word here, referring to a lack of vitality or energy. '活力' (huólì) means vitality. '心力' (xīnlì) refers to mental effort. '毅力' (yìlì) means perseverance.
经过一天的忙碌，他感到______耗尽了。
The sentence means 'After a busy day, he felt his energy was depleted.' '精力' (jīnglì) fits perfectly to describe being drained of energy. '时间' (shíjiān) means time. '金钱' (jīnqián) means money. '耐心' (nàixīn) means patience.
你可以用“精力充沛”来形容一个人非常疲惫。
“精力充沛” (jīnglì chōngpèi) means full of energy or energetic, which is the opposite of being very tired.
“精力旺盛”和“精力不足”是反义词。
“精力旺盛” (jīnglì wàngshèng) means to have abundant energy, while “精力不足” (jīnglì bùzú) means to lack energy. They are indeed antonyms.
一个人如果把所有的精力都放在学习上，可能就没有时间做其他事情。
If someone puts all their energy into studying, it implies they are dedicating all their time and effort to it, which would naturally mean less time for other activities.
This sentence means 'He put all his energy into research.' The structure '把...投入到...中' is a common way to express investing effort or resources into something.
This sentence means 'She hasn't been in good spirits recently because she's too busy with work.' The '因为...所以...' structure shows cause and effect, and '精力不好' is a common way to say someone lacks energy.
This sentence means 'Getting enough sleep is key to recovering energy.' '保持充足的睡眠' means 'maintain sufficient sleep' and '恢复精力' means 'recover energy'.
他因为工作压力太大，常常感到___不足。
这句话指的是因为工作压力大，导致身体能量和活力不够，所以“精力”最合适。
尽管年纪大了，她依然___充沛，每天坚持锻炼。
这里强调的是尽管年长，但仍充满活力和能量，因此“精力”最为恰当。
要完成这个项目，我们需要投入大量的___和时间。
完成项目需要投入的是个人的活力、专注和能量，用“精力”来表示最为贴切。
熬夜工作会严重消耗你的___，影响健康。
熬夜会使人感到疲惫，指的是身体和精神上的能量耗尽，因此“精力”是正确的选择。
他把所有的___都放在了学习上，成绩一直名列前茅。
这句话强调的是他将所有的活力和专注力都投入到学习中，所以“精力”最符合语境。
经过一晚的休息，我感觉___恢复了，可以继续工作。
休息是为了恢复身体和精神上的能量，所以“精力”在这里是最佳选择。
他因为过度劳累，导致___不济。
“精力不济”是一个常见搭配，表示精神或体力不足。
这位老艺术家虽然年事已高，但仍然___充沛，每天坚持创作。
“精力充沛”形容人的精神和体力旺盛。
面对繁重的工作，他总是能够保持旺盛的___，高效完成任务。
这里表示工作时所需要消耗的旺盛的精神和体力。
为了全身心投入学习，他把大部分___都花在了图书馆。
“花精力”表示花费时间和心力去做某事。
长时间的加班让他的___透支，急需休息调整。
“精力透支”指精神和体力消耗过度，无法恢复。
母亲为了照顾家庭和事业，付出了全部的___。
这里强调的是母亲为家庭和事业所投入的全部精神和体力。
Choose the sentence where “精力” is used correctly.
“精力” refers to energy or vigor, and it's commonly used to describe someone's dedication or physical state. Option A correctly uses it to mean 'He put all his energy into work.'
Which of the following phrases is closest in meaning to “精力充沛”?
“精力充沛” means full of energy or vigorous. “精神焕发” means radiant with energy or refreshed, which is the closest synonym.
If someone is described as '精力不济', what does it imply?
“精力不济” means lacking in energy or vigor, indicating a state of being tired or unwell. Therefore, it implies they lack vitality.
“精力” can be used to describe the power source of a machine.
“精力” specifically refers to human or animal energy, vigor, or spirit. It is not used to describe the power source of a machine, for which terms like 能量 (néngliàng - energy) or 动力 (dònglì - power/motive force) would be more appropriate.
You can say '节省精力' (jiéshěng jīnglì) to mean 'save energy'.
“节省精力” is a common and correct phrase meaning to conserve one's energy or vigor, often used in the context of avoiding unnecessary effort.
The phrase '集中精力' (jízhōng jīnglì) means to lose focus.
“集中精力” means to concentrate one's energy or focus one's attention, which is the opposite of losing focus.
Describe a time when you felt extremely energized and productive. How did you use this energy, and what was the outcome?
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上周我完成了一个重要的项目，感到精力充沛。我把所有的精力都投入到工作中，不仅提前完成了任务，还提出了几个创新性的解决方案，得到了老板的赞扬。这种成就感让我觉得所有的努力都是值得的。
Discuss the importance of managing one's energy levels in both personal and professional life. What strategies do you employ to maintain good '精⼒'?
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在个人和职业生活中，管理好精力至关重要。我通常会通过规律作息、均衡饮食和适度运动来保持精力充沛。此外，我还会定期进行冥想和放松，以缓解压力，避免精力过度消耗。这样才能在面对挑战时保持最佳状态。
Imagine you are advising a friend who is constantly feeling drained and lacking '精⼒'. What advice would you give them, focusing on practical steps they can take?
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如果你常常感到精力不足，我会建议你首先审视自己的生活习惯。确保有充足的睡眠，每天保持适量的运动，并尝试调整饮食结构，多摄入富含维生素和蛋白质的食物。同时，也要学会放松，减少不必要的压力来源。必要时，可以寻求专业的医生或营养师的帮助。
根据这段文字，导致人们精力不济的主要原因不包括什么？
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现代社会生活节奏快，许多人常常感到精力不济。长时间的工作、不规律的作息以及缺乏运动都会导致身体和精神上的疲惫。因此，学会如何有效地管理和恢复精力，对于提高生活质量和工作效率至关重要。
根据这段文字，导致人们精力不济的主要原因不包括什么？
文章指出长时间工作、不规律作息和缺乏运动是导致精力不济的原因，而有效的精力管理是解决精力不济的方法，不是原因。
文章指出长时间工作、不规律作息和缺乏运动是导致精力不济的原因，而有效的精力管理是解决精力不济的方法，不是原因。
这位企业家是如何保持高效的？
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一位成功的企业家曾说：“我的精力并非取之不尽用之不竭，但我深知如何合理分配它。我把最重要的任务安排在精力最充沛的时候完成，而把一些琐碎的事情留到精力稍差的时候处理。这样，我总能保持高效。”
这位企业家是如何保持高效的？
企业家表示他深知如何合理分配精力，把最重要的任务安排在精力充沛时，琐碎之事留到精力稍差时。
企业家表示他深知如何合理分配精力，把最重要的任务安排在精力充沛时，琐碎之事留到精力稍差时。
根据这段文字，关于午睡的说法，哪项是正确的？
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有研究表明，适当的午睡能显著提升下午的工作效率和精力水平。然而，午睡时间过长或过短都可能适得其反。专家建议，最佳的午睡时长应控制在20-30分钟之间，这样既能消除疲劳，又不会影响夜间睡眠。
根据这段文字，关于午睡的说法，哪项是正确的？
文章明确指出，最佳的午睡时长应控制在20-30分钟之间，这样既能消除疲劳，又能提升下午的工作效率和精力水平。
文章明确指出，最佳的午睡时长应控制在20-30分钟之间，这样既能消除疲劳，又能提升下午的工作效率和精力水平。
This sentence structure emphasizes the complete dedication of one's energy to a new project.
This sentence demonstrates how to maintain ample energy through daily exercise.
This sentence expresses the significant energy expenditure required for a task and asks about readiness.
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Summary
精力 (jīnglì) is a useful word for discussing a person's energy levels, both physically and mentally.
- 精力 refers to your physical and mental energy.
- You can use it to describe how much energy someone has.
- It's a common word for talking about being energetic or tired.
Basic Meaning
“精力” means energy or vigor. Think of it as the vitality you have for activities.
Common Usage: Have Energy
To say someone 'has energy', you can use 有精力 (yǒu jīnglì).
Example: 他很有精力。(Tā hěn yǒu jīnglì.) - He has a lot of energy.
Common Usage: Lack Energy
To express 'lack of energy', use 没有精力 (méiyǒu jīnglì).
Example: 我今天没有精力。(Wǒ jīntiān méiyǒu jīnglì.) - I don't have energy today.
Common Usage: Spend Energy
To say you 'spend energy' on something, use 花精力 (huā jīnglì).
Example: 她花了很多精力学习。(Tā huāle hěn duō jīnglì xuéxí.) - She spent a lot of energy studying.
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一片
A2One tablet; a slice (for flat objects like pills).
不正常
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以上
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酸痛
A2Sore; aching (especially muscles).
倒是
A2On the contrary; actually.
针灸
A2Acupuncture; traditional Chinese therapy.
扎针
A2to give an injection
急性
B1acute (illness)
急性病
B1Acute disease.
