Definition
爱国志士 is a formal, literary four-character phrase meaning 'patriot' or 'patriotic person of high ideals.' It combines 爱国 (love one's country) with 志士 (person of ambition and integrity), so it carries a tone of respect and moral seriousness — not just someone who likes their country, but someone who actively serves or sacrifices for it. You'll see it in historical texts, news articles, and speeches about national heroes or activists.
n.
patriot (with a sense of high ideals and sacrifice)
Examples
- 爱国志士。Zhèxiē ài guó zhì shì wèi guójiā xiàn chū le shēngmìng.These patriots gave their lives for the country.
- 爱国志士。Lìshǐ shàng yǒu hěnduō ài guó zhì shì wèi mínzú dúlì ér fèndòu.History has many patriots who struggled for national independence.
- 爱国志士。Zhè wèi ài guó zhì shì de shìjì jīlì le wúshù hòurén.The deeds of this patriot have inspired countless later generations.
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