自制力

zìzhìlì

noun #21,585

Meanings

1 self-control
2 willpower
3 self-discipline

Characters

to control; to restrain; to regulate

power; strength; ability

Examples

减肥需要极强的自制力。

Jiǎnféi xūyào jí qiáng de zìzhì lì.

Losing weight requires extremely strong self-control.

孩子的自制力需要从小培养。

Háizi de zìzhì lì xūyào cóng xiǎo péiyǎng.

A child's self-control needs to be cultivated from an early age.

Tips

usage

自制力 (self-control) is often used with 缺乏 (to lack) or 有很强的 (to have strong). Compare with 自律 (self-discipline, a broader concept encompassing habits and lifestyle) and 意志力 (willpower).

Stroke Order

自 zì

制 zhì

力 lì