阳刚之气 (yáng gāng zhī qì) — manliness; masculine spirit; virility

Definition

Refers to the bold, upright, vigorous spirit traditionally seen as masculine — courage, strength, resolve. Often contrasted with 阴柔之气 (soft, gentle qualities).

noun

manlinessmasculine spiritvirility

Examples

阳刚之气。
Tā hěn yǒu yáng gāng zhī qì.
He is very manly.
阳刚之气。
Tā de yáng gāng zhī qì ràng rén jìng pèi.
His masculine spirit is admirable.
阳刚之气。
Duàn liàn shēn tǐ kě yǐ zēng qiáng yáng gāng zhī qì.
Exercising can enhance masculine spirit.

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