dũng sĩ
Học thuậtThân thiện
Definition
- Noun:
- A valiant person; a brave warrior; a hero: A person, typically male, who possesses exceptional physical and moral courage, significantly above the ordinary, and dares to confront opposition or danger to do what is right.
- An honorific title: A prestigious title awarded by the Liberation Armed Forces of South Vietnam during the American War period to individuals who achieved outstanding feats in combat.
Usage Examples
- Noun:
- Anh ấy là một dũng sĩ thực sự, không sợ hy sinh. (He is a true brave warrior, unafraid of sacrifice.)
- Người lính đó được phong danh hiệu Dũng sĩ diệt xe tăng. (That soldier was conferred the title of "Tank-Destroying Hero".)
- Truyện cổ tích thường có những dũng sĩ đi diệt yêu quái. (Fairy tales often feature heroes who go to slay monsters.)
Advanced Usage
- The term is often used in historical, literary, and martial contexts to denote idealized courage and heroism.
- In modern conversational Vietnamese, it can be used metaphorically to praise someone who shows great bravery in a difficult situation, such as in sports or a personal challenge.
Variants and Related Words
- Anh hùng (n): hero. This is a more general and common term for a hero.
- Anh hùng dân tộc (national hero)
Synonyms
- Warrior: A person engaged or experienced in warfare.
- Hero: A person who is admired for their courage, outstanding achievements, or noble qualities.
- Champion: A person who fights or argues for a cause or on behalf of someone else.
Related Idioms
- Tinh thần dũng sĩ: The spirit of a brave warrior.
- Cậu ấy thi đấu với tinh thần dũng sĩ. (He competed with the spirit of a brave warrior.)