Definition
忠贞 (zhōng zhēn) describes unwavering faithfulness and loyalty, especially in romantic relationships or moral duty — it carries a strong sense of devotion and purity. Compared to 忠诚 (zhōng chéng), which is broader loyalty to a person or cause, and 忠实 (zhōng shí), which emphasizes adherence to facts or promises, 忠贞 is more emotionally charged and often used for marital or lifelong fidelity.
adjective
loyal and steadfastfaithful (in love or duty)
Examples
- 忠贞。Tā duì qīzi fēicháng zhōng zhēn.He is very loyal and faithful to his wife.
- 忠贞。Rénmen dōu hěn zhēnxī zhōng zhēn.People all cherish loyalty and faithfulness.
- 忠贞。Zhēnzhèng de yǒuyì xūyào zhōng zhēn.True friendship requires loyalty and steadfastness.
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