力所不及 (lì suǒ bù jí)

📖 Today's 成语: 力所不及 (lì suǒ bù jí) Meaning: Beyond one's power (out of one's reach) Summary: 力所不及 (lì suǒ bù jí) is an idiom used to express that something exceeds one's capabilities or authority. While the similar phrase 力不从心 (lì bù cóng xīn) emphasizes the internal frustration of wanting to do something but lacking the strength, 力所不及 (lì suǒ bù jí) is more objective. It is frequently used to state a fact or as a polite way to decline a request by acknowledging one's professional or personal limits. Read the full transcript with multilingual translations, meaning/usage notes, examples, and cultural context:力所不及 (lì suǒ bù jí) | 每天成语