jung5 ze2 bat1 geoi6勇者不懼勇者不惧
Jyutpingjung5 ze2 bat1 geoi6
Yaleyúhng jé bāt geuih
Definition
A brave person has no fear.
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How it's used
This idiom carries a literary and slightly dramatic weight, often used to praise someone who displays exceptional courage in the face of overwhelming odds. It is rarely used in casual, everyday small talk, appearing more frequently in formal speeches, news commentary, or when describing someone's character in a serious narrative. Using it in a mundane context, such as ordering food or discussing the weather, will sound overly poetic or sarcastic.
Examples
He is truly a brave soul, taking on so many challenges all by himself.
In the face of power, can you really be a brave soul who holds no fear?
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Common phrases
to demonstrate the spirit of a brave soul
Common mistake
Learners often mistake this for a common adjective to describe someone who is simply 'brave' or 'fearless', but it is a set phrase that implies a moral or heroic stance rather than just a lack of fear.
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Grammar guides
- NegationHow to say no, not, didn't, and don't in Cantonese. The four main negation words and when to use each one.
- Numbers and moneyCounting, talking about money, and asking how much things cost. Includes the two words for two and the everyday words for dollars and cents.
- Aspect markersCantonese has no tenses, but it does have aspect markers. Learn how zo2, gwo3, gan2, and hai2 dou6 show completion, experience, and ongoing action.
