| 形 lasting; enduring; protracted: |
| | 持久和平 lasting peace |
| | 作持久打算 plan on a long-term basis |
| | 他们之间的感情是不会持久的。 Their love won't last. |
| | 没有正确的领导，群众的积极性就不可能持久。 Without correct leadership, the enthusiasm of the public cannot be sustained. |
| | 持久力 staying power; stamina; endurance |
| | 持久性 durability; persistence |
| | 持久战 protracted war; protracted warfare |
