Meaning
勇猛 describes someone or something that is both brave and fierce or forceful. It combines courage (勇) with ferocity or vigor (猛), suggesting not just fearlessness but also aggressive, powerful action. This term is often used in military, heroic, or competitive contexts.
Usage
勇猛 is commonly used in formal or literary writing, especially when describing warriors, soldiers, athletes, or animals displaying both courage and strength. It appears frequently in historical narratives, sports commentary, and descriptions of competitive spirit. The word carries positive connotations of admirable strength and bravery.
Examples
- 01这位将军作战勇猛，深受士兵们的尊敬。, .This general fights with great valor and is deeply respected by the soldiers.
- 02老虎是一种勇猛的动物，在森林里几乎没有天敌。, .The tiger is a fierce and brave animal with almost no natural predators in the forest.
Characters
Common collocations
- 勇猛无比incomparably brave and fierce
- 勇猛精进courageously advancing/progressing vigorously
- 作战勇猛to fight bravely and fiercely
- 勇猛的战士valiant warrior
Antonyms
Origin
Both characters have ancient origins. 勇 originally depicted a person with strength and determination, while 猛 contains the dog radical (犭) suggesting fierce animal-like power. Together they create an intensified meaning of courageous strength.