经久不息

• 拼音: jīng jiǔ bù xī
• 汉字拆解: 经 = to pass through, lasting; 久 = long time; 不 = not; 息 = to rest, cease

含义

Prolonged and unceasing; lasting for a long time. Often used for applause that continues without stopping.

A four-character idiom most commonly used to describe applause (掌声) that lasts for an extended period, indicating strong approval or enthusiasm. Can also describe other sustained sounds or phenomena. Carries a positive, celebratory connotation.

例句

1. 演出结束后，全场响起了经久不息的掌声。
2. 这位歌手的告别演唱会引发了歌迷们经久不息的欢呼。
3. 当冠军登上领奖台时，观众席上经久不息的掌声让他热泪盈眶。

用法指南

语境: performances, ceremonies, celebrations

语气: celebratory

正确说法

• 掌声经久不息。(The applause was prolonged and unceasing.)
• 欢呼声经久不息。(The cheers went on and on.)

错误说法

• 雨经久不息 (Don't use 经久不息 for negative continuous phenomena like rain — it has a positive connotation; use 连绵不断 instead)

起源与历史

Composed of 经久 (for a long time) + 不息 (without stopping). Together meaning continuing for a long time without ceasing.

文化背景

世代: All ages

社会背景: Formal/literary contexts