Definition
鼎力相助 is a formal, polite four-character phrase meaning 'to help with all one's might' or 'to lend generous assistance'. It is used in respectful contexts — often in business correspondence, thank-you notes, or formal requests — to acknowledge or request someone's significant help. The 鼎 (dǐng, ancient bronze cauldron) metaphorically conveys 'great strength' or 'utmost effort'. You would not use this in casual conversation; it carries a tone of sincere gratitude and deference.
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(formal, polite) to offer generous assistanceto help with all one's might
Examples
- 鼎力相助。Gǎnxiè gè wèi zài xiàngmù zhōng dǐng lì xiāng zhù.Thank you all for your generous assistance in the project.
- 鼎力相助，。Cǐ shì hái xū nín dǐng lì xiāng zhù, wǒmen cáinéng shùnlì wánchéng.We still need your generous help with this matter to complete it smoothly.
- 鼎力相助，。Chéngméng dǐng lì xiāng zhù, gōngsī cái dùguò nánguān.Thanks to your generous assistance, the company was able to weather the crisis.
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