xiànglái...
always / all along... (向来……)
向来 means “always / all along.” It is often used for long-standing attitudes, habits, or reputations.
Exemplo principal
他向来重视信用。
Tā xiànglái zhòngshì xìnyòng.
He has always valued trustworthiness.
HSK 5
HSK 5
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Read the sample sentence and notice how 向来…… works in the frame: 向来 A.
向来 is similar to 一向 but can sound slightly more formal, emphatic, or evaluative. It often appears with values, habits, rules, and personality traits. Do not use it for temporary actions or new changes. For gradual change, use 逐渐 instead.
Estrutura gramatical
向来 A
emphasizes a long-standing consistent attitude or habit
他向来重视信用。
Tā xiànglái zhòngshì xìnyòng.
He has always valued trustworthiness.
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