HSK 3 · Chinese hanzi
力 — power
- Reading
- lì
- Meaning
- power; force; strength
- HSK level
- HSK 3
- Language
- Chinese
About this hanzi
力 is a chinese hanzi character commonly studied at the HSK 3 level. Its primary reading is lì and it means power; force; strength. To master it, see it in real Chinese content — import an article or YouTube video into InputDojo and every occurrence becomes a one-tap lookup.
力 appears in everyday chinese words such as 力 (strength, power), 努力 (work hard, diligent) and 力气 (physical strength, effort).
Chinese words containing 力
Frequently asked questions
What does 力 mean in Chinese?
力 means power; force; strength in Chinese. It is one of the HSK 3 hanzi every learner meets at that level.
How is 力 read?
力 is read lì. Reading it inside real words — 力 and 努力 and more — is the fastest way to remember it.
What level is 力 — is it HSK 3?
Yes. 力 is on the official HSK 3 hanzi list, so it can appear in that exam's reading and vocabulary sections.
How do you use 力 in a word?
A common word containing 力 is 力 (lì) — "strength, power". More examples are listed below, each with a one-tap dictionary entry.
How do I learn 力 effectively?
Read it in context. Import any Chinese article or video into InputDojo and every occurrence of 力 becomes a one-tap lookup with SRS flashcards, so you meet it in real sentences instead of a list.
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