Definition
养精蓄锐 is a four-character idiom (chengyu) meaning 'to conserve one's strength and energy in preparation for a future challenge'. The literal image is 'nourish the essence and store sharpness' — think of sharpening a blade before battle. It is used as a verb phrase, often in contexts like preparing for exams, competitions, or major projects. You can use it in the pattern '应该养精蓄锐' or '养精蓄锐，准备...'.
f.e.
to conserve one's strength and energy (for a future challenge)
Examples
- 养精蓄锐，。Yùndòngyuánmen zài bǐsài qián xūyào yǎng jīng xù ruì, yǐ zuìjiā zhuàngtài cānsài.Athletes need to conserve their energy before the competition to compete in the best condition.
- ，养精蓄锐。Wèile yíngjiē gāokǎo, tā juédìng zài jiā yǎng jīng xù ruì yí gè yuè.To prepare for the college entrance exam, he decided to stay home and conserve his energy for a month.
- 养精蓄锐，。Gōngsī zhèngzài yǎng jīng xù ruì, zhǔnbèi tuīchū xīn chǎnpǐn.The company is conserving its resources, preparing to launch a new product.
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