Chinese

yīxiàng
Meaning: always; consistently
Part of Speech: Adverb

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Example sentences

他一向很準時,從來不遲到。
他一向很准时,从来不迟到。
He has always been very punctual and never late.
他做事一向認真負責。
He is always very responsible in doing things.
他行事一向謹慎。
He has always acted cautiously.
他這個人一向豁達,從不在意別人的閒言碎語。
He has always been open-minded and never cares about other people's gossip.
她做事一向腳踏實地,不愛空談。
She has always worked in a practical, grounded way and does not like empty talk.

Usage Notes

Used to indicate a state or habit that has persisted for a long time.

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