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The character 勇 is a phono-semantic compound. Its lower component, the radical 力, signifies physical strength or exertion, grounding the character in a meaning of power. The upper part, 甬 (yǒng), which originally depicted a handled bell or container, serves as the phonetic element. Originally, 勇 referred specifically to physical prowess and forceful action in combat or labor. Over time, its core meaning evolved from sheer physical strength to the moral and psychological quality of bravery, the valor to act in the face of danger, fear, or opposition. Today, it primarily describes courageous individuals, such as soldiers, and the virtue of courage itself.
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这个孩子很勇敢。
我需要更多勇气。
他勇于承认错误。
那位勇士救了很多人。
在困难面前，她表现得很勇敢。
如果你有勇气，就试试吧。
战士们奋勇向前冲。
尽管敌人强大，他依然神勇地战斗。