Meaning and Usage
"全力" literally means "full strength" or "all one's power." It is commonly used to express putting in maximum effort or energy into an action or goal.
Common Contexts
You will often hear "全力" in contexts like sports, work, study, or any situation where someone is dedicating themselves completely to succeed.
Collocations and Patterns
- 全力以赴 (quánlì yǐfù): to go all out, to put in all one's effort
- 全力冲刺 (quánlì chōngcì): to sprint with full power
- 全力开发 (quánlì kāifā): to develop with full effort
These phrases emphasize the idea of dedicating all available strength or resources.
Nuances
Using "全力" implies a serious, determined attitude and often a sense of urgency or importance. It is more intense than just "努力" (effort) and suggests no holding back.
Common Confusion
Do not confuse "全力" with "力量" (strength/power) which refers more to physical or inherent power. "全力" focuses on the extent of effort applied.