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    Describing something long-lasting with 长久 (chángjiǔ)

    Description & Modification
    Time Expressions

    Structure

    长久 + 的 + Noun

    Explanation

    长久 (chángjiǔ) means long-lasting, enduring, or permanent. It describes something that persists over a significant period of time and is often used to express durability or the hope that something will continue indefinitely.

    Examples

    • 希望我们的友谊能够长久。

      Xīwàng wǒmen de yǒuyì nénggòu chángjiǔ.

      I hope our friendship can last a long time.

    • 这样的好天气不会长久的。

      Zhèyàng de hǎo tiānqì bù huì chángjiǔ de.

      Such nice weather won't last long.

    • 想要长久地保持健康,就得坚持锻炼。

      Xiǎng yào chángjiǔ de bǎochí jiànkāng, jiù děi jiānchí duànliàn.

      To stay healthy in the long run, you must keep exercising.

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