始终

始终 means 'always' or 'from beginning to end.' It emphasizes continuity and persistence, often used to describe actions or states that remain unchanged over time.

The character 始 (shǐ) means 'beginning,' and 终 (zhōng) means 'end.' Together, they convey the idea of something that remains consistent from start to finish, reflecting a strong sense of commitment or consistency.

始终 is commonly used in both formal and informal contexts to highlight dedication, loyalty, or unchanging conditions. It appears in phrases like 始终如一 (shǐ zhōng rú yī), meaning 'consistent from beginning to end,' which is often used to describe reliable people or stable situations.