Chinese
hànmǎgōngláo
Meaning: distinguished service; major contribution
Part of Speech: Noun, Four-character idiom

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Handwriting

汗馬功勞
汗
馬
功
勞
汗马功劳
汗
马
功
劳

Example sentences

Over the years, he has made significant contributions to the development of the company.
他在這場戰鬥中立下了汗馬功勞。
他在这场战斗中立下了汗马功劳。
He performed outstanding service in this battle.

Usage Notes

Originally referred to merit achieved in battle (literally 'sweat-horse merit'). Now used to describe significant contributions in any field.

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