B2 noun Neutral 1 min read

历练

lìliàn /li⁴⁴ liɛn³⁵/
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Lìliàn represents the transformative process of becoming seasoned and capable through facing real-world challenges.

Word in 30 Seconds

  • Gaining wisdom and resilience through challenging life or work experiences.
  • Combines the concepts of 'passing through' and 'refining/training'.
  • Used to describe professional growth or personal maturity through trials.

Overview

“历练”是一个在汉语中富有深度的词汇，它融合了“经历”与“磨炼”的双重含义。从字面上看，“历”意味着经过、经历，而“练”则源于丝绸的精炼或金属的锻造。因此，这个词不仅指时间的流逝，更强调在过程中所承受的考验和心智的提升。

在用法模式上，“历练”既可以作为名词，表示通过磨难积累下来的阅历和能力（如：丰富的历练）；也可以作为动词，表示主动去投身于复杂的环境以自我提升（如：去基层历练）。它在现代汉语中带有积极的色彩，通常暗示一个人通过挑战变得更加稳重、老练。

常见的语境包括职场晋升、个人成长以及面对困境。例如，在职场中，一个新人需要经过多年的“历练”才能胜任领导岗位。在人生哲学中，苦难往往被视为一种“历练”，是通往成功的必经之路。

与相似词语的比较：

Examples

1

他在基层工作了五年，得到了充分的历练。

everyday

He worked at the grassroots level for five years and gained ample experience.

2

海外留学对他来说是一次难得的人生历练。

formal

Studying abroad was a rare and valuable life experience for him.

3

没有经过风雨的历练，怎能见到彩虹？

informal

How can one see a rainbow without going through the trials of wind and rain?

4

这种复杂的政治环境是对领导者能力的极大历练。

academic

This complex political environment is a great test and refinement of a leader's ability.

Common Collocations

丰富的历练 rich experience/seasoned background
职场历练 professional tempering/career experience
人生历练 life experiences/trials

Common Phrases

多加历练

To gain more experience/undergo more training

经过一番历练

After a period of tempering/experience

Often Confused With

历练 vs 经历

General term for things that happened; lacks the connotation of 'refinement' or 'growth through hardship'.

历练 vs 锻炼

Often refers to physical exercise or specific skill practice, while '历练' is broader and more spiritual/psychological.

Grammar Patterns

得到历练 经过历练 一种历练

How to Use It

Usage Notes

The word is neutral to formal. It is frequently used in professional evaluations, biographies, and motivational speeches. It implies that the person has been 'tested' by reality.

Common Mistakes

Do not use '历练' for simple, effortless activities (e.g., 'I had a 历练 of eating an apple'). It requires a degree of challenge or significant time investment.

Tips

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Focus on the 'Trial' Aspect

When using this word, emphasize that the experience was not just easy participation, but involved overcoming difficulties.

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Don't confuse with 'Training'

Unlike '训练' (xùnliàn), which is structured practice, '历练' is often organic and derived from real-life hardships.

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The Value of 'Eating Bitterness'

This word reflects the Chinese cultural value that hardship (吃苦) is a necessary 'refinement' for a successful character.

Word Origin

'历' (lì) means to pass through or undergo. '练' (liàn) originally meant to boil and whiten raw silk, implying a process of purification and strengthening.

Cultural Context

In Chinese culture, '历练' is highly respected. It aligns with the Confucian ideal of self-cultivation (修身), where one becomes a 'Junzi' (gentleman) by enduring and learning from life's difficulties.

Memory Tip

Think of 'History' (历) and 'Refining' (练). You are refining your character through your personal history and trials.

Frequently Asked Questions

4 questions

“历练”强调的是获得经验的那个辛苦、磨人的过程，而“经验”更侧重于最终学到的具体知识或技能。

通常不会。它是一个褒义或中性词，强调的是正向的成长和成熟，即使过程是痛苦的。

不可以。它主要用于形容人的能力、心智、性格或人生阅历。

它属于中性偏书面的词汇，但在正式谈话、职场交流或文学作品中非常常见。

Test Yourself

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经过多年的职场___，他早已不是当年那个青涩的少年了。

Correct! Not quite. Correct answer: 历练

“历练”最适合描述在职场中通过磨练而变得成熟的过程。

multiple choice

他在艰苦的环境中得到了充分的历练。

Correct! Not quite. Correct answer: 磨炼

“磨炼”与“历练”都强调在困难中得到锻炼。

sentence building

是 / 对人的 / 艰难的环境 / 一种 / 历练

Correct! Not quite. Correct answer: 艰难的环境是对人的一种历练。

这是标准的“A是B”结构，表示艰难环境的属性。

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