Definition
理直气壮 describes the confident, forceful attitude of someone who knows they are in the right. It contrasts with 见义勇为, which focuses on the courageous action of doing what is right, especially in a risky situation. 理直气壮 is about the manner of speaking or acting, not the deed itself.
phrase
bold and confident with justice on one's sideto have the courage of one's convictions
Examples
- 理直气壮。Tā xiàng lǎobǎn lǐ zhí qì zhuàng de tíchū jiāxīn yāoqiú.He confidently demanded a raise from his boss because he was in the right.
- ，理直气壮。Miànduì pīpíng, tā lǐ zhí qì zhuàng de jiěshì le zìjǐ de zuòfǎ.Facing criticism, he confidently explained his actions.
- 理直气壮。Wǒmen lǐ zhí qì zhuàng de yāoqiú zhèngfǔ gǎishàn huánjìng.We confidently demanded the government to improve the environment.
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