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    Expressing 'to be firm' with 坚定 (jiāndìng)

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    Structure

    Subject + 坚定 + (地) + Verb / 坚定 + 在 + Place

    Explanation

    The adjective/verb 坚定 (jiāndìng) means "firm," "resolute," or "to stand firm." It describes unwavering determination or commitment. For example, 坚定在她这边 means "to stand firmly on her side," expressing loyal, steadfast support.

    Examples

    • 她的态度非常坚定，谁也说服不了她。

      tā de tàidù fēicháng jiāndìng, shéi yě shuōfú bùliǎo tā.

      Her attitude is very firm, and no one can persuade her.

    • 他坚定地站在朋友这边，从不动摇。

      tā jiāndìng de zhàn zài péngyǒu zhè biān, cóng bù dòngyáo.

      He firmly stands by his friend's side and never wavers.

    • 我们必须坚定自己的信念，不能轻易放弃。

      wǒmen bìxū jiāndìng zìjǐ de xìnniàn, bù néng qīngyì fàngqì.

      We must hold firm to our beliefs and not give up easily.

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