伸张

伸張

shēnzhāng

verb HSK 7-9 #9,794

Meanings

Literally 'extend and spread' — used for upholding abstract values like justice

法律是伸张正义的工具。

Fǎlǜ shì shēnzhāng zhèngyì de gōngjù.

The law is a tool for upholding justice.

我们必须为受害者伸张正义。

Wǒmen bìxū wèi shòuhàizhě shēnzhāng zhèngyì.

We must champion justice for the victims.

usage

伸张 almost always collocates with 正义 (justice). The phrase 伸张正义 is a fixed expression meaning 'to uphold justice'.

伸 shēn

张 zhāng