持久 (chí jiǔ) — long-lasting; enduring; persistent
Definition
Adjective for something that keeps going or lasting a long time (peace, effort, effects). Compare 永久 (absolute, unchanging) and 长期 (a long timeframe, often a period noun).
adjective
long-lastingenduringpersistent
Examples
- 持久。Tā men xī wàng jiàn lì chí jiǔ de hé píng.They hope to establish lasting peace.
- 持久。Zhǐ yǒu chí jiǔ de nǔ lì cái néng dài lái chéng gōng.Only persistent effort can bring success.
- 持久，。Jīng guò chí jiǔ de péi xùn, tā de jì néng tí gāo le.After long-lasting training, his skills improved.
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