adjective HSK 5
Traditional 固執
stubborn · obstinate · pigheaded
Meaning
固执 describes someone who refuses to change their mind or behavior, even when presented with good reasons to do so. It carries a negative connotation, suggesting inflexibility and unreasonableness rather than admirable determination.
Usage
This is a mildly critical term used to describe people who won't listen to advice or adapt their views. It's common in everyday conversation when discussing someone's personality flaws. Often used with 很 (hěn) or 太 (tài) for emphasis. Native speakers might use it about themselves self-deprecatingly or about others as mild criticism.
Examples
- 01他太固执了，谁的话都不听。, .He's too stubborn; he won't listen to anyone.
- 02别这么固执，有时候改变想法也没关系。, .Don't be so stubborn; it's okay to change your mind sometimes.
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Common collocations
- 性格固执stubborn personality
- 太固执too stubborn
- 固执己见to stubbornly stick to one's views
Antonyms
Origin
The word literally means 'firmly grasping' - combining 固 (solid/firm) with 执 (to grasp/hold), suggesting someone who holds tightly to their position and won't let go.