Chinese
jiànyìyǒngwéi
Meaning: to act bravely for a just cause; to see what is right and act upon it
Part of Speech: Verb, Four-character idiom

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Handwriting

見義勇為
見
義
勇
為
见义勇为
见
义
勇
为

Example sentences

He was commended for his bravery in saving a drowning child.
政府表彰了那位見義勇為的年輕人。
政府表彰了那位见义勇为的年轻人。
The government commended that young man who acted bravely for a just cause.

Usage Notes

A four-character idiom describing someone who courageously steps in to help others in a righteous situation.

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