Definition
劲头 (jìn tóu) refers to the enthusiastic drive or zest to do something — the energetic motivation behind an action. It's similar to 干劲 (gàn jìn), which is specifically the drive for work or tasks, while 劲头 is broader and can apply to any activity (studying, hobbies). 劲 (jìn) alone is more general 'strength/energy' without the enthusiastic connotation.
noun
enthusiasmdrivezest (the energetic motivation to do something)
Easily confused
- 尽头jìn tóusound-alikeend; limit
Examples
- 劲头。Tā gōngzuò qǐlái jìn tóu shízú.He works with tremendous drive.
- 劲头。Dàjiā xuéxí jìn tóu dōu hěn gāo.Everyone's enthusiasm for studying is very high.
- ，。Niánqīng rén yào yǒu jìn tóu, bú pà shībài.Young people should have drive and not be afraid of failure.
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