耐久 (nài jiǔ) — durable, long-lasting, able to withstand wear over time
Definition
Adjective for physical materials or designs that resist wear over time. Pairs with nouns like 材料, 机器, 性能 — not used for abstract qualities like patience.
adjective
durablelong-lastingable to withstand wear over time
Examples
- 耐久，。Zhè zhǒng cái liào fēi cháng nài jiǔ, kě yǐ yòng jǐ shí nián.This material is very durable and can last for decades.
- ，耐久。Tā men zhī jiān de yǒu yì jīng de qǐ shí jiān de kǎo yàn, shí fēn nài jiǔ.The friendship between them can withstand the test of time — it's very long-lasting.
- 耐久，。Zhè tái jī qì shè jì nài jiǔ, hěn shǎo xū yào wéi xiū.This machine is designed to be durable and rarely needs repairs.
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