Meaning and Usage
"힘껏" is an adverb meaning "with all one's might" or "to the best of one's ability." It emphasizes putting maximum effort or strength into an action. It is often used in everyday conversation to encourage or describe vigorous effort.
Common Contexts
You will frequently hear "힘껏" in contexts involving physical actions like running, shouting, or lifting, as well as in motivational phrases about trying hard or doing one's best.
Collocations and Patterns
- 힘껏 달리다: to run with all one's might
- 힘껏 노력하다: to try one's best
- 힘껏 소리치다: to shout loudly with full strength
These collocations highlight physical or mental exertion.
Register and Politeness
"힘껏" is neutral in formality and can be used in both casual and polite speech without change.
Common Mistakes
Learners sometimes confuse "힘껏" with "힘차게" which also means energetically but has a slightly different nuance focusing more on the lively or vigorous manner rather than the maximum effort. Use "힘껏" when emphasizing the extent of effort or strength.