lik6 hei3力氣力气
Jyutpinglik6 hei3
Yalelihk hei
Definition
Physical strength or muscle power.
colloquialbodyhealth
How it's used
While 力氣 refers to physical strength or energy, it is often used in contexts involving exertion or the expenditure of effort. It frequently appears in negative constructions like 冇力氣, which describes feeling drained or lacking the stamina to perform a task. Unlike the more abstract 力量, this term is strictly tied to the physical capacity of the body.
Examples
Do you still have the strength to walk up there?
Related words
Common mistake
Learners often confuse 力氣 with 氣力. While they are essentially synonyms and interchangeable in most contexts, 力氣 emphasizes the raw physical power, whereas 氣力 can sometimes lean slightly more towards the stamina or energy required to sustain an action.
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Grammar guides
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