Definition
韧劲 describes a kind of persistent, unyielding strength — the quality of being tough and not giving up, especially when facing difficulties. It combines 韧 (tough, pliable yet strong) with 劲 (energy, drive). Unlike 毅力 (willpower), which is more about conscious determination, 韧劲 emphasizes a resilient, almost elastic endurance that keeps you going through setbacks.
n.
tenacityresiliencestubborn persistence
Examples
- 韧劲，。Tā kào zhe yì gǔ rèn jìn, zhōngyú wánchéng le zhège xiàngmù.Relying on his tenacity, he finally completed this project.
- 韧劲，。Zuò kēyán xūyào rèn jìn, bù néng yù dào kùnnan jiù fàngqì.Doing scientific research requires resilience — you can't give up when you encounter difficulties.
- ，韧劲。Tā suīrán shībài le duō cì, dàn nà gǔ rèn jìn ràng tā jiānchí le xiàlái.Although she failed many times, that tenacity kept her going.
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