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用力
yònglì
Description
用力的意思是花很多力气去做一件事，比如推东西或者拉门的时候。
The meaning of 用力 is to put a lot of effort into doing something, like pushing something or pulling a door.
我们常说"用力一点"，让别人多使一些力气。
We often say "用力一点" to ask someone to use more strength.
Meanings
用力yònglì
to exert oneself; use physical strength
他用力推开了门。
He pushed the door open with force.
用力yònglì
forcefully; with effort
请用力拉这根绳子。
Please pull this rope hard.
Related words
Notes
- Etymology
用 (to use) + 力 (strength/force), literally "to use strength".
- Nuance
用力 stresses physical exertion, while 努力 means to try hard mentally or over time.
In videos
“这个声带用力闭合挤压”
“用力按紧一整个”
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