jung5 jyu1勇於勇于
Jyutpingjung5 jyu1
Yaleyúhng yū
Definition
To be brave enough to; to have the courage to do something.
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How it's used
Functions as a formal adverb that typically precedes a verb to describe a proactive, courageous attitude toward a task or situation. While common in written contexts or formal speech, it sounds slightly stiff in casual daily conversation where people might prefer using 夠膽 or 勇敢咁.
Examples
He is very brave in expressing his thoughts.
Do you dare to bravely admit that you were wrong?
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Common mistake
Avoid using this as a standalone adjective to describe a person, as it is strictly an adverbial modifier for actions. Use 勇敢 instead if you want to say someone is brave.
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