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力所能及

lì suǒ néng jí
HSK 7

English Meaning

as far as one's capabilities extend (idiom); to the best of one's ability; within one's powers

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力所能及的就是能投点钱
HSK 7 00:01
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“I can only offer financial support, so don't expect me to solve larger operational problems.”

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当然了 大忙我也帮不上

“Of course, I can't do anything huge.”

“I can invest some money.”

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我觉得老板不会要的

“I don't think she would accept it.”

《爱情没有神话》 · business_and_trade
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做我力所能及的事情
HSK 7 00:01
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去看看明天的太阳

“to see tomorrow's sun.”

“I'll do everything within my power”

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直到

“until”

《生命树》 · daily_life
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为抗战做一些力所能及的事
HSK 7 00:02
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但是我发自内心地 希望能够为你们

“but from the bottom of my heart, I hope to do something for you”

“and for the war of resistance within my power.”

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每次想到募捐那段时间

“Every time I think of the fundraising period,”

《八千里路云和月》 · historical_and_court
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