English–Chinese
“exert” in Chinese
Chinese
Pronunciation
Pinyinshī jiā
Example
这种药会对身体施加影响。zhè zhǒng yào huì duì shēn tǐ shī jiā yíng xiǎng
This medicine exerts an influence on the body.
How to say “exert” in Chinese
“Exert” in Chinese is 施加 (shī jiā).
A force, influence, or limit is deliberately put onto a target, where it creates an effect or constraint.
Example sentences with 施加
父母常无意中向孩子施加压力。fù mǔ cháng wú yì zhōng xiàng hái zi shī jiā yā lì
Parents often unintentionally exert pressure on their children.
Tips for using 施加
- In conversational Chinese, this verb sounds formal and often appears in news, academic, and official language, while everyday speech usually favors simpler wording.