Definitions
(adjective)
long time; lasting
Etymology
Depicts an arrow nock. The nock is the part of an arrow that is held against the bowstring before being launched. Same origin as 氒. The current meaning is a phonetic loan.
About
Structurally an ideogram, 久 is often interpreted as depicting a person being held from behind or representing cauterization and moxibustion practices that involve prolonged heat application. Whatever its original pictographic intent, the combined structural elements convey the abstract idea of something being extended, delayed, or enduring over time. Historically, this character has represented the concept of long duration, signifying a significant passage of time, permanence, or a prolonged state. It frequently combines with other temporal characters to express extended delays, lengthy waits, or long-lasting historical eras.
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他等了很久。
我们不久就要搬家。
这场会议开了很久。
久坐不利于血液循环。
他们的合作持久而稳定。
这个问题困扰了我很久。
久别之后，她变化很大。
这种油漆具有优异的耐久性。