Definition
右臂 literally means 'right arm', but it is also a common metaphor for a trusted and indispensable assistant or supporter — equivalent to 'right-hand man' in English. The figurative sense is widely used in business, politics, and team contexts.
n.
right arm (literal)right-hand manimportant helper (figurative)
Examples
- 右臂。Tā de yòu bei zài shìgù zhōng shòu le shāng.His right arm was injured in the accident.
- 右臂。Zhè wèi fù zǒngjīnglǐ xiǎng zhǎo yí gè kěkào de yòu bei.This deputy general manager wants to find a reliable right-hand man.
- ，右臂。Zài gōngsī lǐ, tā yìzhí shì lǎobǎn de yòu bei.In the company, she has always been the boss's right-hand person.
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