刚毅

剛毅

gāngyì

adjective HSK 7 #36,883

Meanings

1 resolute
2 firm and unyielding
3 steadfast

Characters

resolute; determined

Examples

他性格刚毅，从不轻易放弃。

Tā xìnggé gāngyì, cóng bù qīngyì fàngqì.

He has a resolute character and never gives up easily.

她用刚毅的目光看着对手。

Tā yòng gāngyì de mùguāng kànzhe duìshǒu.

She looked at her opponent with a resolute gaze.

Tips

usage

刚毅 is a literary/formal word describing strong willpower and determination. It often describes personality (性格刚毅) or facial expressions (表情刚毅). More elevated than 坚强 (strong/tough).

Stroke Order

刚 gāng

毅 yì