Definition
大丈夫 is a culturally significant term that goes beyond 'big husband' (its literal components). It refers to a man of strong moral character, integrity, and unyielding courage, often associated with the Confucian ideal of a noble person who can act righteously even in adversity. In modern usage, it's used to praise someone who shows resilience, responsibility, and ethical fortitude.
n.
a man of integrity and couragea real man
Examples
- 大丈夫，。Zhēnzhèng de dà néng qū néng shēn, bú pà shībài.A real man can adapt to circumstances and is not afraid of failure.
- ，大丈夫。Tā gǎnyú chéngdān zérèn, zhēnshi ge dà.He dares to take responsibility; he's truly a man of integrity.
- 大丈夫，。dà zhì zài sìfāng, bú liàn érnǚ sīqíng.A man of ambition sets his mind on the wider world, not on romantic attachments.
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