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    Chinese Grammar

    Using 实力 (shílì) to mean "strength"

    Degree & Intensity
    Numbers & Quantity

    Explanation

    实力 (shílì) is a noun meaning "strength," "capability," or "actual power." It refers to the real ability or competitive power of a person, team, or entity. For example, 马匹实力 means "the strength of the horses."

    Examples

    • 这支球队的实力越来越强了。

      zhè zhī qiúduì de shílì yuèláiyuè qiáng le.

      This team is getting stronger and stronger.

    • 要想赢得比赛，光靠运气不行，得有实力。

      yào xiǎng yíngdé bǐsài, guāng kào yùnqì bùxíng, děi yǒu shílì.

      To win a match, luck alone won't do; you need real ability.

    • 两家公司的实力相差不大。

      liǎng jiā gōngsī de shílì xiāngchà bú dà.

      The two companies are not far apart in strength.