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“try one's best” in Chinese

Chinese

Pronunciation

Pinyinjié lì

Example

我们会竭力克服困难。wǒ men huì jié lì kè fú kùn nán

We will try our best to overcome difficulties.

Illustration for 竭力 (try one's best)

How to say “try one's best” in Chinese

“Try one's best” in Chinese is 竭力 (jié lì).

All available strength is poured into one effort until the goal is reached.

Full entry for 竭力: usage tips, similar words and word origin

Example sentences with 竭力

居民们竭力保护当地的自然环境。jū mín men jié lì bǎo hù dāng dì de zì rán huán jìng

The residents are doing their best to protect the local natural environment.

Tips for using 竭力

  • In everyday conversation, this verb often sounds formal, so it fits reports, promises, and serious statements more naturally than casual chat.

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