树立 shùlì to set up
to set up; to establish
How to remember 树立: 树 tree + 立 to stand = to set up.
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How it is used
- To establish/set up something abstract and positive - 树立榜样 (shùlì bǎngyàng) set an example, 树立信心 (shùlì xìnxīn) build up confidence, 树立形象 (shùlì xíngxiàng) cultivate an image.
- Used for erecting intangibles like values, models, confidence, reputation - not physical objects.
- Contrast 建立 (jiànlì, establish relations/systems); 树立 specifically fosters ideals/examples/attitudes.
Example sentences
- 我们的究极目标是树立世界和平。 Wǒmen de jiūjí mùbiāo shì shùlì shìjiè hépíng.Our ultimate goal is to establish world peace.
- 你应该给你的孩子们树立好榜样。 Nǐ yīnggāi gěi nǐ de háizi men shùlì hǎobǎngyàng.You should set a good example for your children.
- 你应该给你的孩子们树立好的榜样。 Nǐ yīnggāi gěi nǐ de háizi men shùlì hǎo de bǎngyàng.You should set a good example to your children.