英勇 yīngyǒng heroic
heroic; gallant; valiant
How to remember 英勇: 英 petal + 勇 brave = heroic.
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How it is used
- Heroic / valiant - brave in the face of danger - 英勇作战 (yīngyǒng zuòzhàn) to fight valiantly, 英勇牺牲 (yīngyǒng xīshēng) to die a hero's death.
- Reserved for gallant courage in battle, rescue, or grave danger; loftier than everyday 勇敢 (yǒnggǎn, brave).
- Formal, honorific register.