How to Say ‘Hero’ in Traditional Chinese
英雄
💬 Usage Tip: [英雄] (ying xiong) is a common term for hero, used in both historical and modern contexts.
🇹🇼 In Taiwan: The concept of a 'hero' is deeply ingrained in Taiwanese martial arts and folklore.
Word-by-Word Breakdown
英雄
[yīng xióng]
hero
A person admired for courage, outstanding achievements, or noble qualities.
他是一位真正的英雄。
He is a true hero.
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