tough

US /tʌf/
UK /tʌf/
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1.

坚韧的, 坚固的, 强硬的

strong enough to withstand adverse conditions or rough handling

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This material is very tough and durable.
这种材料非常坚韧耐用。
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He's a tough guy, he can handle anything.
他是个坚强的人，什么都能应付。
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durableresilientsturdyhardyrobust
2.

困难的, 艰巨的

difficult and requiring great effort or endurance

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It was a tough decision to make.
那是一个艰难的决定。
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The exam was really tough.
考试真的很难。
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difficultarduouschallengingdemandingstrenuous
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tough cookie(as) tough as old bootsa tough row to hoe