经久不息

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Character Breakdown

Meaning and Usage

"经久不息" is a four-character idiom meaning something that lasts a long time without stopping or ceasing. It often describes enduring phenomena, relationships, or influences that persist continuously over time.

Common Contexts

This phrase is frequently used in literary or formal contexts to emphasize durability and continuity, such as describing lasting friendships, cultural influences, or physical structures that withstand the test of time.

Collocations and Patterns

These collocations highlight the continuous and enduring nature of the subject.

Nuances

Using "经久不息" implies a positive admiration for the persistence or durability of something. It is more formal and poetic than simply saying "持续" (lasts a long time). Avoid using it for temporary or short-lived events.

Common Confusion

Do not confuse "经久不息" with "不断" (continuous but not necessarily long-lasting) or "持久" (lasting but without the nuance of unceasing). "经久不息" stresses both duration and the absence of interruption.

Example Sentences

This bridge has withstood a hundred years of wind and rain and still stands

Their friendship has lasted unceasingly, spanning several decades.

The influence of this movie endures without stopping and is still widely