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    Expressing consolidation with 巩固 (gǒnggù)

    Degree & Intensity

    Structure

    巩固 + Object

    Explanation

    The verb 巩固 (gǒnggù) means to consolidate, solidify, or make firm. It is used to describe strengthening something that has already been established, such as power, achievements, or foundations. For example, 巩固他的帝国 means "to consolidate his empire."

    Examples

    • 我们要巩固已经取得的成果。

      Wǒmen yào gǒnggù yǐjīng qǔdé de chéngguǒ.

      We must consolidate the achievements we have already made.

    • 多做练习可以帮助你巩固学过的知识。

      Duō zuò liànxí kěyǐ bāngzhù nǐ gǒnggù xuéguò de zhīshi.

      Doing more exercises can help you consolidate the knowledge you've learned.

    • 新领导上任后，首先巩固了自己的地位。

      Xīn lǐngdǎo shàngrèn hòu, shǒuxiān gǒnggù le zìjǐ de dìwèi.

      After the new leader took office, he first consolidated his position.

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