耐 (nài): (bound form) to bear; to endure; to withstand

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HSK 7verb

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Pinyin
Meaning: (bound form) to bear; to endure; to withstand
Characters: 1
Part of speech: verb
HSK level: HSK 7
Strokes: 9
Radical: 而
Structure: 左右结构

Full definitions

(bound form) to bear
to endure
to withstand

Chinese explanation

忍受得住
经得起。常用于表示能够承受痛苦、困难或考验，例如耐烦、耐用、吃苦耐劳。

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Example sentences

He has worn this sweater for three years. Although the cuffs are worn out, he thinks it can still last a while, so he is reluctant to throw it away.

This plant is very drought-tolerant; even if it is not watered for a month, it can survive.

He insists on running five kilometers every day, so his endurance is better than most people's; after finishing a full marathon, he doesn't feel especially tired.

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