坚贞 (jiān zhēn) — faithful and steadfast; constant (in affection or conviction)
Definition
A formal, written adjective meaning steadfastly faithful in loyalty, love, or belief, even under pressure — stronger and more literary than everyday 忠诚. Typically used for ideals, devotion, or moral conviction rather than daily actions.
adjective
faithful and steadfastconstant (in affection or conviction)
Examples
- 坚贞，。Tā duì ài qíng shí fēn jiān zhēn, cóng wèi dòng yáo guò.She is very faithful in love and has never wavered.
- 坚贞。Zhàn shì men huái zhe jiān zhēn de xìn yǎng bǎo wèi zǔ guó.The soldiers defend the homeland with steadfast faith.
- ，坚贞。Tā men de yǒu yì jīng lì le wú shù kǎo yàn, yī rán jiān zhēn rú chū.Their friendship has endured countless trials and remains as faithful as ever.
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