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Expressing 'toughness' or 'resilience' with 韧 (rèn)
Description & Modification
Structure
Subject + 的 + 韧
Explanation
韧 (rèn) is an adjective meaning 'tough,' 'resilient,' or 'tenacious.' It describes the quality of being strong and flexible under pressure, whether physically or in terms of character. It is often used to praise someone's perseverance or endurance.
Examples
这种材料非常韧，不容易断。
Zhè zhǒng cáiliào fēicháng rèn, bù róngyì duàn.
This material is very tough and doesn't break easily.
她是一个很有韧性的人，从不轻易放弃。
Tā shì yī gè hěn yǒu rènxìng de rén, cóng bù qīngyì fàngqì.
She is a very resilient person who never gives up easily.
竹子又轻又韧，是很好的建筑材料。
Zhúzi yòu qīng yòu rèn, shì hěn hǎo de jiànzhù cáiliào.
Bamboo is both light and flexible, making it an excellent building material.