always; all along
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Meanings
1 sense · 3 examplesadverb
always; all along; from the beginning
formalIndicates a consistent state, habit, or characteristic that has existed for a long time. Often used in written or formal contexts to emphasize continuity.
Tā他
de的
rén人
pǐn品
，
shì是
wǒ我
sù素
lái来
pèi佩
fú服
de的
。
His character is something I have always admired.
Tā他
sù素
lái来
bù不
ài爱
zhāng张
yáng扬
。
He has never liked to show off.
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Zhè这
lǐ里
sù素
lái来
ān安
jìng静
，
hěn很
shì适
hé合
dú读
shū书
。
This place has always been quiet and is very suitable for reading.