勇气和力量
yǒngqì hé lìliàng
Courage and strength · trad. 勇氣和力量
勇气和力量 (yǒngqì hé lìliàng) is a common phrase to express both moral courage and inner or physical strength in Mandarin Chinese. It's often used when discussing resilience, facing challenges, or overcoming difficulties.
What does 勇气和力量 (yǒngqì hé lìliàng) mean?
勇气和力量 (yǒngqì hé lìliàng) means “courage and strength” in English. Word for word, it breaks down as “bravery and strength.”
When to use it
Neutral and widely applicable. While 勇气 and 力量 are nouns, you can use adjectives like 勇敢 (yǒnggǎn, brave) or 坚强 (jiānqiáng, strong/resilient) to describe someone who possesses these qualities. There isn't a direct 'reply' to this phrase, as it's typically used in descriptive or encouraging contexts.
How to pronounce it
Sounds like “YONG-chee huh LEE-lee-ang.” 勇气 has a rising tone on 勇 and a falling tone on 气. 力量 has a falling tone on 力 and a neutral tone on 量.
Other ways to say it
- 勇气yǒngqìcourage (noun)
- 力量lìliàngstrength (noun)
- 勇敢和坚强yǒnggǎn hé jiānqiángbrave and strong (adjectives)
Examples
他需要勇气和力量来面对挑战。
tā xūyào yǒngqì hé lìliàng lái miànduì tiǎozhàn.
He needs courage and strength to face the challenge.
我们从她身上看到了巨大的勇气和力量。
wǒmen cóng tā shēnshang kàndào le jùdà de yǒngqì hé lìliàng.
We saw great courage and strength in her.
愿你拥有勇气和力量去追求梦想。
yuàn nǐ yōngyǒu yǒngqì hé lìliàng qù zhuīqiú mèngxiǎng.
May you have the courage and strength to pursue your dreams.
Pro tip: Remember that 勇气 (courage) and 力量 (strength) are nouns. If you want to describe someone as 'courageous' or 'strong,' you'd use the adjectives 勇敢 (yǒnggǎn) and 坚强 (jiānqiáng) respectively.
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