干劲 (gànjìn): meaning and examples | Speak Chinese

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gànjìn

HSK level: HSK 6
Part of speech: Noun

Meanings

Enthusiasm or motivation for work

Examples and explanations

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Characters

干
gànAncient weapon resembling a fork, used for defense against enemies or wild animals.; Shield, used in battle.
劲
jǐn / jìngstrength, power, or force; spirit or energy