威武 (wēi wǔ) — mighty, imposing, awe-inspiring (of appearance or bearing)
Definition
Describes a powerful, imposing presence or bearing — usually of people, soldiers, or animals in a heroic pose. Carries a heroic, martial tone, stronger and more dramatic than 雄伟 (grand scenery/structures).
adjective
mightyimposingawe-inspiring (of appearance or bearing)
Examples
- 威武。Zhè xiē shì bīng kàn qǐ lái fēi cháng wēi wǔ.These soldiers look very imposing.
- 威武。Shī zi shì wēi wǔ de dòng wù.The lion is a majestic animal.
- ，威武。Tā chuān zhuó jūn zhuāng, xiǎn de hěn wēi wǔ.He looks very dignified in his military uniform.
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