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HanziPinyinEnglishTags
勇于yǒngyúto dare toHSK 6, v, rank #15108, Hard
勇于yǒngyúto be brave enough toHSK 6, v, rank #15108, Hard
yǒngyú(yong3yu2) T3
  1. 1to dare to
  2. 2to be brave enough to
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March 24, 2026
勇于(勇於)yǒngyú(yong3yu2)

勇于 (yǒngyú) means to have the courage or bravery to undertake something challenging or difficult. This term is often used in contexts where one is encouraged to take risks or face fears, such as in personal development or leadership situations.

Frequency#15108DifficultyHard
Cultural Note

In Chinese culture, 勇于 embodies the Confucian ideal of bravery in the face of adversity, reflecting the importance of moral courage in personal and social responsibilities. This concept is often celebrated in literature and historical figures who exemplified bravery.

Memory Tip

Imagine a brave warrior (勇) standing firmly (于) at the edge of a cliff, ready to leap into the unknown. The warrior's bravery symbolizes the meaning of 勇于, as he dares to face his fears. The '勇' character looks like a person wielding a sword, ready to take action.

Meanings of 勇于

yǒngyú(yong3yu2)
1to dare to
2to be brave enough to
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About 勇于

勇于Simplified
勇於Traditional
Strokes
Radical
动词dòngcíverb (v.)Part of Speech
#15108Frequency Rank
HSK 2.0L6HSK 3.0L6AdvancedCEFRC2

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AI Study Notes for 勇于

Quick Contrast

勇敢 (yǒnggǎn) vs 勇于 (yǒngyú): use 勇敢 when referring to general bravery, while 勇于 emphasizes the action of undertaking challenges.

Memory Mnemonic

Imagine a brave warrior (勇) standing firmly (于) at the edge of a cliff, ready to leap into the unknown. The warrior's bravery symbolizes the meaning of 勇于, as he dares to face his fears. The '勇' character looks like a person wielding a sword, ready to take action.

Usage Notes

Be mindful of the context in which you use 勇于, as it often carries a positive connotation related to courage and initiative. Common collocations include 勇于尝试 (to dare to try) and 勇于面对 (to dare to face). Avoid using it in overly formal contexts where simpler expressions might suffice.

HSK Study Tips

At HSK Level 6, focus on understanding how 勇于 fits into discussions about personal growth and leadership. This word connects well with other HSK 6 vocabulary related to courage and action, such as 决心 (determination) and 冒险 (to take risks).

Cultural Note

In Chinese culture, 勇于 embodies the Confucian ideal of bravery in the face of adversity, reflecting the importance of moral courage in personal and social responsibilities. This concept is often celebrated in literature and historical figures who exemplified bravery.

Common Mistakes

Learners sometimes confuse 勇于 with similar expressions like 敢于, leading to incorrect usage. For example, saying '我敢于尝试' (I dare to try) instead of '我勇于尝试' can alter the intended emphasis on bravery.

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Component Characters

yǒngbrave
HSK 69 strokes
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to go
HSK 63 strokes
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Grammar Patterns of 勇于

勇于 functions as a verb — the action or state of the sentence. The Chinese order is Subject + Verb + Object (我吃饭). Negate it with 不 (habitual / future) or 没(有) (completed action). Add aspect markers like 了, 过, 着 directly after the verb. 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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Complete the Sentence

1986年发行的《____冒险》是一张风格更为统一也更为成功的专辑。

"Daring Adventures" from '86 is a far more cohesive and successful album.

Example Sentences for 勇于 (2)

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1986年发行的《勇于冒险》是一张风格更为统一也更为成功的专辑。

1986 1986 nián fā háng《 de 《 yǒng yú》 mào xiǎn 》 shì yī zhāng fēng gé gēng wéi tǒng yī yě gēng wéi chéng gōng。

"Daring Adventures" from '86 is a far more cohesive and successful album.
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有些父母认为男孩子必须学会像男子汉一样顶天立地,勇于抗争。

yǒu xiē fù mǔ rèn wéi nán hái zǐ bì xū xué huì xiàng nán zǐ hàn yī yàng dǐng tiān lì dì, , yǒng yú kàng。

Some parents believe a boy must learn to stand up and fight like a man.

Cultural Notes for 勇于

🏮Cultural insight

In Chinese culture, 勇于 embodies the Confucian ideal of bravery in the face of adversity, reflecting the importance of moral courage in personal and social responsibilities. This concept is often celebrated in literature and historical figures who exemplified bravery.

Frequently Asked Questions about 勇于

You can say '他勇于面对困难' (He dares to face difficulties) to illustrate its usage.