Definition
干将 has two distinct uses. First, it's the name of a legendary double-edged sword from ancient Chinese mythology (the male sword in the Gānjiàng-Mòyé pair). Second, it's a modern noun meaning a capable, effective person — a 'go-getter' or 'key player' in an organization. The sword sense is literary and historical; the person sense is common in business and workplace contexts.
n.
legendary double-edged sword (from the Gānjiàng-Mòyé myth)capable persongo-getterkey player
Examples
- 干将。Zhè bǎ gàn jiàng shì gǔdài míngjiàng zhùzào de.This Ganjiang sword was forged by a famous ancient craftsman.
- 干将，。Tā shì wǒmen gōngsī de gàn jiàng, hěnduō xiàngmù dōu kào tā.He is a key player in our company; many projects depend on him.
- 干将。Tuánduì xūyào jǐ ge gàn jiàng lái tuīdòng zhège jìhuà.The team needs a few go-getters to drive this plan forward.
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