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March 24, 2026
坚定(堅定)jiāndìng(jian1ding4)
坚定 (jiān dìng) describes a state of being firm or resolute in one's beliefs, actions, or decisions. It is often used in contexts where determination and steadiness are required, such as in leadership, personal convictions, or during challenging situations.
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Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, being 坚定 is often associated with the value of perseverance and the Confucian ideal of steadfastness in moral character. It reflects a societal admiration for those who remain resolute in the face of adversity.
Memory Tip
Imagine a sturdy mountain (坚) that stands tall and unmovable (定) against fierce winds. The mountain represents firmness, helping you remember that 坚定 means firm and steady. The 'jian' in jian1 sounds like 'stand' – a visual cue to remember steadfastness.
Meanings of 坚定
jiāndìng(jian1ding4)
1firm
2steady
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About 坚定
坚定Simplified
堅定Traditional
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形容词xíngróngcíadjective (adj.)Part of Speech
#5578Frequency Rank
HSK 2.0L6HSK 3.0L6IntermediateHSKKL3BCT✓CEFRB2
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坚定 (jiāndìng) vs 决定 (juédìng) — use 坚定 when emphasizing firmness in belief or resolve, while 决定 focuses on the act of making a decision.
Memory Mnemonic
Imagine a sturdy mountain (坚) that stands tall and unmovable (定) against fierce winds. The mountain represents firmness, helping you remember that 坚定 means firm and steady. The 'jian' in jian1 sounds like 'stand' – a visual cue to remember steadfastness.
Usage Notes
This term is often used in both formal and informal contexts, but it may sound more appropriate in motivational speeches or writings. Common collocations include 坚定信念 (firm belief) and 坚定决心 (resolute determination). Be cautious with tones, as mispronouncing either syllable can lead to misunderstandings.
HSK Study Tips
As part of HSK Level 6, 坚定 connects with other advanced vocabulary related to determination and strength. Students should focus on its use in various contexts, such as personal growth and leadership discussions, to enhance their fluency.
Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, being 坚定 is often associated with the value of perseverance and the Confucian ideal of steadfastness in moral character. It reflects a societal admiration for those who remain resolute in the face of adversity.
Common Mistakes
Learners often confuse 坚定 with similar words like 坚强 (jiān qiáng), which means strong or tough. A common mistake is saying '我坚定' (Wǒ jiān dìng) when they mean '我坚强' (Wǒ jiān qiáng) to express personal strength.
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Grammar Patterns of 坚定
坚定 functions as an adjective. In Chinese it behaves like a stative verb: place it directly after the subject without 是 (我很高，not 我是高). Use 不 to negate (不高) and pair it with 很 in plain affirmative sentences. It carries 4 related meanings, each with its own usage notes below. The example sentences below show it in action, with practice buttons (Listen, Practice Writing, Practice Speaking) on every line.
Exercise 1 of 4
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你要____不移地相信自己的能力。
You need an undying belief in your own ability.
Example Sentences for 坚定 (10)
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1
你要坚定不移地相信自己的能力。
nǐ yào jiān dìng bù yí dì xiāng xìn zì jǐ de néng lì。
You need an undying belief in your own ability.
2
这使我更加坚定了不做修女的决心。
zhè shǐ wǒ gēng jiā jiān dìng le bù zuò xiū nǚ de jué xīn。
It has confirmed me in my decision not to become a nun.
3
他个性坚定，但绝不是什么狂热分子。
tā gè xìng jiān dìng， ， dàn jué bù shì shí mó kuáng rè fēn。
He was forceful, but by no means a zealot.
4
他是个坚定不移的经验论者，不屑研究理论。
tā shì gè jiān dìng bù yí de jīng yàn lùn zhě， ， bù xiè yán jiū lǐ。
He was an unswerving empiri-cist with little time for theory.
5
对于那两个问题，我都语气坚定地回答“是”。
duì yú nà liǎng gè wèn tí， ， wǒ dū yǔ qì jiān dìng dì huí“ dá”。
I answered both questions with an emphatic "Yes".
6
这只会更加坚定我们赢得联赛的决心。
zhè zhī huì gēng jiā jiān dìng wǒ mén yíng dé lián sài de jué xīn。
This merely strengthens our resolve to win the league.
7
他们的行动只会让土地拥有者的态度变得更坚定。
tā mén de háng dòng zhī huì ràng tǔ dì yōng yǒu zhě de tài dù biàn dé gēng jiān dìng。
Their action can only serve to harden the attitude of landowners.
Creative people are usually very determined and thrive on overcoming obstacles.
10
令我印象深刻的是他对目标的坚定不移。
líng wǒ yìn xiàng shēn kè de shì tā duì mù biāo de jiān dìng bù yí。
What'simpressed me has been his considerable firmness of purpose.
Cultural Notes for 坚定
🏮Cultural insight
In Chinese culture, being 坚定 is often associated with the value of perseverance and the Confucian ideal of steadfastness in moral character. It reflects a societal admiration for those who remain resolute in the face of adversity.
Frequently Asked Questions about 坚定
You can say '他对自己的信念非常坚定' (Tā duì zìjǐ de xìnniàn fēicháng jiāndìng), meaning 'He is very firm in his beliefs.'
坚定 is versatile but tends to be used in more formal contexts, especially in writing or speeches.
Yes, it can describe emotional states, like being resolute in one's feelings or decisions.
