This is the 2557th most frequent Chinese word.
磨砺
To sharpen or refine through effort or hardship.
In this sentence, '磨砺' is used metaphorically to indicate the process of strengthening or refining one's will or determination.
我们通过磨砺自己的意志来面对挑战。
We sharpen our willpower to face challenges.
Here, '磨砺' is used in a literal sense, depicting how external forces refine or shape an object physically.
这块石头已经被风雨磨砺得非常光滑。
This stone has been polished very smooth by wind and rain.
The term '磨砺' conveys the idea of mentally sharpening or enhancing cognitive abilities, showing its figurative application in the context of intellectual development.