长
久

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The word "长久" is formed by combining the character "长", meaning long in duration, with "久", meaning a long time or enduring. Both characters semantically contribute the idea of extended time, and their conjunction creates a compound meaning long-lasting or permanent.

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我们的友谊很长久。

Wǒmen de yǒuyì hěn chángjiǔ.

Our friendship is very long-lasting.

他长久地住在那个城市。

Tā chángjiǔ de zhù zài nàge chéngshì.

He has lived in that city for a long time.

长久的关系需要双方努力。

Chángjiǔ de guānxì xūyào shuāngfāng nǔlì.

A long-lasting relationship requires efforts from both sides.

如果我们希望长久合作，就必须建立信任。

Rúguǒ wǒmen xīwàng chángjiǔ hézuò, jiù bìxū jiànlì xìnrèn.

If we hope to cooperate for a long time, we must build trust.

长久以来，人类一直在探索宇宙的奥秘。

Chángjiǔ yǐlái, rénlèi yīzhí zài tànsuǒ yǔzhòu de àomì.

For a long time, humans have been exploring the mysteries of the universe.

Word Definition - 长久

cháng jiǔ long-time; long-term; lasting; enduring; permanent; for a long time

Individual Character Details

长 cháng, zhǎng
久 jiǔ