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向来
xiànglái
Description
“向来”的意思是从以前到现在一直都是这样。
"向来" means something has always been the case from the past until now.
我们常常用它来说一个人的习惯或性格。
We often use "向来" to describe a person's habit or character.
Meanings
向来xiànglái
always; all along; from the past until now
他向来很准时，从不迟到。
He is always punctual and never late.
Related words
Notes
- Nuance
向来 stresses a long-standing habit; 一直 just means continuously over any period.
- Usage
usually describes established traits or habits, not one-time actions.
In videos
“我自己本身一向来是穿39”
“在过去或者一向来”
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