根深蒂固

gēn shēn dì gù

HSK 2.0 Level 6 HSK 3.0 Level 7 Rare

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1. deep-rooted (problem etc)

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Collocations

Often used with 观念, 偏见, or 陋习 to describe deeply held beliefs or habits.

Common mistakes

Do not use 根深蒂固 with 友谊 or physical objects; it is only for abstract problems, ideas, or negative habits.

Example Sentences

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这种偏见 根深蒂固 ，很难改变。

This prejudice is deep-rooted and hard to change.

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Child Words of 根深蒂固

• 根 根 gēn: root
• 深 深 shēn: deep (lit. and fig.)
• 固 固 gù: hard
• 蒂 蒂 dì: stem (of fruit)