血性

xuèxìng
noun #19,454

Meanings

  1. 1 courage
  2. 2 staunchness
  3. 3 unyielding spirit
  4. 4 brave and passionate character

Examples

Jūnrén jiù yīnggāi yǒu xuèxìng.
A soldier should have courage and fighting spirit.
Zhè bù diànyǐng zhǎnxiàn le Zhōngguórén de xuèxìng.
This film showcases the unyielding spirit of the Chinese people.

Tips

usage
血性 carries a strongly positive connotation — it means passionate bravery and a willingness to fight for what's right. Having 血性 is admired; lacking it (没有血性) is considered cowardly.

Stroke Order

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