Definition
荣辱与共 is a four-character idiom (成语) meaning 'to share both honor and disgrace' — used to describe a relationship (between people, groups, or nations) that is so close that they experience glory and shame together. It often appears in political or diplomatic contexts to emphasize solidarity and mutual commitment. The literal translation 'share honor/disgrace' is accurate, but the idiom carries a formal, almost solemn tone that English 'share honor and disgrace' doesn't fully capture.
f.e.
to share honor and disgrace togetherto be bound together through good times and bad
Examples
- 荣辱与共，。Liǎng guó rénmín róng rǔ yú, yǒuyì yuǎn yuǎn liú cháng.The people of the two countries share honor and disgrace together, and their friendship has a long history.
- ，荣辱与共。Wǒmen shì yì jiā rén, yīngdāng róng rǔ yú.We are one family, so we should share honor and disgrace together.
- 荣辱与共。Zhēnzhèng de péngyou huì yǔ nǐ róng rǔ yú.True friends will share honor and disgrace with you.
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