Thursday, June 18, 2026
verb
jiān chí
Definition
To persist; to persevere; to keep going despite difficulty.
Example
学语言需要坚持，不能半途而废。
Learning a language requires persistence — you can't give up halfway.
Usage Note
A word of encouragement frequently used in Chinese culture. Teachers and parents use it to motivate students. Often paired with 加油 (jiā yóu) — 'keep it up!'
Yesterday's Word
Fate or destiny that brings people together; a fateful connection.
Tomorrow's Preview
Literally 'rivers and lakes'; figuratively the world of martial arts, underground society, or the rough-and-tumble world outside officialdom.