jiān ㄐㄧㄢ gin1

  • strong
  • solid
  • firm
  • unyielding
  • resolute

Stroke order

Practice writing

Draw 坚 (1 of 1) — stroke by stroke.

Draw each stroke of the character in order using your mouse or finger. A hint appears after three misses.

Character breakdown

Example sentences

  • 坚持。 Hold on.
  • 堅持。 Insist.
  • 坚持到底! Stiff upper lip!
  • 我不够坚强。 I wasn't strong enough.
  • 他喜欢坚果。 He likes nuts.

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