Definition
冲劲 (chōng) is a noun that describes a person's energetic drive, pioneering spirit, and willingness to take on challenges aggressively. It combines 冲 (dash/charge) and 劲 (strength/energy) to convey a proactive, can-do attitude. You often hear it used to praise young people or entrepreneurs who are bold and not afraid to push boundaries. In English, 'drive' or 'initiative' get close, but 冲劲 carries an extra layer of brashness and forward momentum.
n.
drivepioneering spiritgreat enthusiasm and energy in pursuit of a goal
Examples
- 冲劲，。Zhège niánqīng rén hěn yǒu chōng, chuàngyè yídìng huì chénggōng.This young person has great drive; they will definitely succeed in starting their business.
- 冲劲，。Zuò xiāoshòu xūyào yì gǔ chōng, bù néng pà bèi jùjué.Working in sales requires a pioneering spirit; you can't be afraid of rejection.
- ，冲劲，。Tā suīrán jīngyàn bù duō, dàn chōng shízú, zhídé wǒmen xuéxí.Although he doesn't have much experience, his drive is full — he's worth learning from.
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