Meaning
勇士 refers to a courageous fighter or warrior, someone who displays exceptional bravery in battle or challenging situations. The term combines 勇 (brave) and 士 (person of status/soldier), creating a word that emphasizes both courage and honor. It's commonly used in both historical and modern contexts to describe heroes, soldiers, or anyone who shows remarkable bravery.
Usage
勇士 is used in both literal military contexts and metaphorically to praise people facing difficult challenges with courage. It appears frequently in sports commentary (especially basketball, due to the NBA team Golden State Warriors), historical narratives, and inspirational contexts. The term carries respect and admiration, and is more formal than casual alternatives like 英雄.
Examples
- 01他是一位真正的勇士，在危险面前从不退缩。, .He is a true warrior who never backs down in the face of danger.
- 02这些消防员都是勇士，冒着生命危险救人。, .These firefighters are all heroes, risking their lives to save people.
Characters
Measure words
- 位一位勇士
- 名三名勇士
Common collocations
- 无畏的勇士fearless warrior
- 真正的勇士true warrior
- 勇士队Warriors team (Golden State Warriors)
Antonyms
Origin
士 originally referred to the scholarly-warrior class in ancient China, while 勇 has always meant courage. Together they create a term that has been used for centuries to describe brave warriors and fighters.