Meaning and Usage
"坚定" (jiāndìng) describes a strong, unwavering attitude or state, often related to beliefs, decisions, or emotions. It conveys firmness and resoluteness.
Common Contexts
It is frequently used to express firm determination, steadfast beliefs, or resolute refusals. For example, "坚定的信念" means "firm belief," and "坚定地拒绝" means "to refuse firmly."
Collocations
- 坚定的信念: firm belief, used when emphasizing strong conviction.
- 坚定地支持: to support firmly, showing unwavering backing.
- 坚定不移: unshakable, often used in formal or literary contexts to stress absolute firmness.
Nuances
Using "坚定" implies a positive strength and confidence in one's stance. It is stronger than just "strong" (强壮) because it emphasizes mental or emotional firmness rather than physical strength.
Common Confusion
Do not confuse "坚定" with "稳定" (wěndìng), which means stable or steady, often referring to conditions or states rather than attitudes or beliefs.