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英雄 — pronunciations, definitions, and tags
HanziPinyinEnglishTags
英雄yīngxióngheroHSK 6, ns, rank #1079, Hard
英雄yīngxióng>个[gè]HSK 6, ns, rank #1079, Hard
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March 24, 2026
英雄yīngxióng(ying1xiong2)

The term 英雄 (yīng xióng) refers to a hero, someone admired for their courage, outstanding achievements, or noble qualities. It is commonly used in literature, movies, and everyday conversation to describe individuals who display bravery or selflessness, often in the face of danger or adversity.

Frequency#1079DifficultyHard
Cultural Note

In Chinese culture, the concept of a hero often ties to historical figures, such as generals or revolutionaries, who are celebrated for their contributions to the nation. The portrayal of heroes in Chinese films and literature often emphasizes loyalty and sacrifice.

Memory Tip

Imagine a 'Ying' (sounds like 'ying') bird soaring high in the sky, a symbol of bravery. The character 英 (yīng) suggests excellence, while 雄 (xióng) embodies masculinity and strength. Picture a heroic figure with wings, representing the ultimate hero who rises above challenges.

Meanings of 英雄

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About 英雄

英雄Simplified
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地名míngcíplace name (p.n.)Part of Speech
#1079Frequency Rank
个Measure Word
HSK 2.0L5HSK 3.0L6IntermediateHSKKL3CEFRC1

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AI Study Notes for 英雄

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勇士 (yǒng shì) - use 英雄 (yīng xióng) for someone admired for noble qualities, while 勇士 (yǒng shì) emphasizes bravery in battle or combat.

Memory Mnemonic

Imagine a 'Ying' (sounds like 'ying') bird soaring high in the sky, a symbol of bravery. The character 英 (yīng) suggests excellence, while 雄 (xióng) embodies masculinity and strength. Picture a heroic figure with wings, representing the ultimate hero who rises above challenges.

Usage Notes

Common mistakes include using 英雄 in contexts where a simpler term like '好人' (hǎo rén, good person) might be more appropriate. 英雄 is more formal and often used in storytelling or historical contexts. Be careful with tone, as mispronouncing it could change its meaning.

HSK Study Tips

As an HSK Level 5 word, 英雄 connects to other words related to bravery and virtue, such as 勇敢 (yǒng gǎn, brave) and 英俊 (yīng jùn, handsome). Focus on understanding its usage in various contexts, particularly in literature and media.

Cultural Note

In Chinese culture, the concept of a hero often ties to historical figures, such as generals or revolutionaries, who are celebrated for their contributions to the nation. The portrayal of heroes in Chinese films and literature often emphasizes loyalty and sacrifice.

Common Mistakes

Learners often confuse 英雄 with the word 勇士 (yǒng shì, warrior), which emphasizes fighting and combat rather than heroic qualities. The correct usage would be '他是一位英雄' (tā shì yī wèi yīng xióng) instead of '他是勇士'.

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Component Characters

英YīngUnited Kingdom
8 strokes艹
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雄xióngmale
12 strokes隹
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Grammar Patterns of 英雄

英雄 functions as a noun — it names a person, place, thing, or concept. Place it as a subject before the verb (主+谓) or as an object after the verb (谓+宾). Most Chinese nouns require a measure word between the number and the noun (e.g. 一个/三本). It carries 2 related meanings, each with its own usage notes below. The example sentences below show it in action, with practice buttons (Listen, Practice Writing, Practice Speaking) on every line.

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他们用____的名字命名这条街，以纪念在战争中牺牲的烈士。

They named this street after the hero, in order to commemorate the martyrs who sacrificed themselves in the war.

Example Sentences for 英雄 (10)

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住手吧，佩里。你已经逞过英雄了。现在一切都结束了。

zhù shǒu bā， ， pèi。 lǐ 。 nǐ yǐ jīng chěng guò yīng。 xióng le 。 xiàn zài yī qiē dū。

Cut it out, Perry. You've performed your heroics. It's all over now.
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他们是我们这个时代的无名英雄。

tā mén shì wǒ mén zhè gè shí dài de wú míng yīng xióng。

They are among the unsung heroes of our time.
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他称曼德拉先生为鼓舞了数百万民众的英雄。

tā chēng màn dé lā xiān shēng wéi gǔ wǔ le shù bǎi wàn mín zhòng de yīng xióng。

He called Mr Mandela a hero who had inspired millions.
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情歌哄骗我们去相信有勇救美人的英雄。

qíng gē hōng piàn wǒ mén qù xiāng xìn yǒu yǒng jiù měi rén de yīng xióng。

Love songs trick us into believing in knights in shining armor.
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在格林尼治村的酒吧里杰克是人们心目中的英雄。

zài gé lín ní zhì cūn de jiǔ bā lǐ jié kè shì rén mén xīn mù zhōng de yīng xióng。

Jack was a folk hero in the Greenwich Village bars.
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性情温和的斯坦利变了，成了充满信心、笑口常开的英雄。

xìng qíng wēn hé de sī tǎn lì biàn le， ， chéng le chōng mǎn xìn、 xīn 、 xiào kǒu cháng kāi de。

Mild-mannered Stanley morphs into a confident, grinning hero.
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剧本倒叙了老英雄的童年.

jù běn dǎo xù le lǎo yīng xióng de tóng nián.

The script cuts back to the old hero's childhood.
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自信 为英雄气概之本.

zì xìn wéi yīng xióng qì gài zhī.

Self - trust is the essence of heroism.
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我以前看了很多《高卢英雄传》系列漫画书。

wǒ yǐ qián kàn le hěn duō《 《 gāo lú yīng xióng》 chuán 》 xì liè màn。

I used to read loads of Asterix books.
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风浪里试舵手, 困难中识英雄.

fēng làng lǐ shì duò shǒu, , kùn nán zhōng shí yīng.

A helmsman is tested in a rough sea; a hero is distinguished in difficult circumstances.

Cultural Notes for 英雄

🏮Cultural insight

In Chinese culture, the concept of a hero often ties to historical figures, such as generals or revolutionaries, who are celebrated for their contributions to the nation. The portrayal of heroes in Chinese films and literature often emphasizes loyalty and sacrifice.

Frequently Asked Questions about 英雄

You can say '他是一个英雄' (tā shì yī gè yīng xióng) meaning 'He is a hero.'