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勇敢

yǒnggǎn
adjective★Intermediate💡 brave
formal

Having or showing courage; willing to take risks or face danger.

勇敢的战士们冲向敌人。

The brave soldiers charged toward the enemy.

他勇敢地承认了自己的错误。

He bravely admitted his mistake.

💡

Often used to describe people who act despite fear or uncertainty.

Collocations

勇敢的决定brave decision勇敢面对face bravely勇敢的行动brave action

Synonyms

英勇无畏果敢

Antonyms

懦弱胆小怯懦

Related Phrases

勇敢无畏phrase
fearless and brave
见义勇为idiom
act bravely for a just cause

💡Pro Tip

Avoid overusing

While '勇敢' is a positive trait, avoid using it for trivial situations. Reserve it for actions that genuinely require courage, such as facing danger or overcoming significant challenges.

⚡Gold Rule

Context matters

The word '勇敢' is often used in contexts involving risk-taking or moral courage. It is not typically used for everyday bravery like waking up early or studying hard.

📖Word Origin

Composed of '勇' (yǒng, meaning 'brave' or 'courage') and '敢' (gǎn, meaning 'dare' or 'bold'). The combination emphasizes boldness and willingness to take action despite risks.

📝Usage Notes

Commonly used in both formal and informal contexts to praise someone's courage. Often appears in motivational or inspirational contexts.

Word Breakdown

勇
brave or courage
root
+
敢
dare or bold
root
汉英词典

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