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量力
liànglì
Description
量力的意思是先想清楚自己有多少能力，再决定要做什么。
The meaning of 量力 is to first understand your own abilities before deciding what to do.
我们常说要量力而行，不要做超过自己能力的事。
We often say to 量力而行, meaning not to do things beyond your ability.
Meanings
量力liànglì
to assess or measure one's own ability
做事要量力，别太勉强自己。
Do things within your ability; don't push yourself too hard.
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Notes
- Etymology
量 (to measure) + 力 (strength/ability), literally "measure one's strength."
- Nuance
almost always used in the set phrase 量力而行 (act within one's ability).
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