持久

chí jiǔ

HSK 2.0 Level 6 HSK 3.0 Level 6 Adjective Uncommon

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Definitions

1. lasting
2. enduring
3. persistent
4. permanent
5. protracted
6. endurance
7. persistence
8. to last long

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Word relationships

Antonyms

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• 短暂 duǎn zàn 短暂 duǎn zàn of short duration; brief; momentary Direct opposite in duration.: of short duration; brief; momentary

Related words

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• 耐久 nài jiǔ 耐久 nài jiǔ durable Durable, able to withstand wear; often used for materials.: durable
• 坚持 jiān chí 坚持 jiān chí to persevere with To persist in an action, often related to the concept of 持久.: to persevere with

Synonyms

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• 长久 cháng jiǔ 长久 cháng jiǔ (for a) long time Both mean long-lasting, but 持久 emphasizes sustained effort or ability to endure, while 长久 focuses on a long period of time.: (for a) long time

Usage notes

Collocations

Often used with abstract nouns like 和平 (peace), 发展 (development), or 生命力 (vitality), e.g., 持久的和平 (lasting peace).

Common mistakes

Don't use 持久 for temporary states; it implies extended duration. Also, 持久 can't be used as a verb like 'last'; use 持续 for ongoing actions.

Example Sentences

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这种电池可以 持久 供电。

This kind of battery can provide lasting power.

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Words Containing 持久

• 持久性毒剂 持久性毒剂 chí jiǔ xìng dú jì: persistent agent
• 持久战 持久战 chí jiǔ zhàn: prolonged war
• 旷日持久 旷日持久 kuàng rì chí jiǔ: protracted (idiom)

Child Words of 持久

• 久 久 jiǔ: (long) time
• 持 持 chí: to grasp