血性

xuèxìng

noun #19,454

Meanings

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

Characters

nature; character; temperament

Examples

HSK 5

这部电影展现了中国人的血性。

Zhè bù diànyǐng zhǎnxiàn le Zhōngguórén de xuèxìng.

This film showcases the unyielding spirit of the Chinese people.

HSK 6

军人就应该有血性。

Jūnrén jiù yīnggāi yǒu xuèxìng.

A soldier should have courage and fighting spirit.

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

血 xuè

性 xìng