忠义 (zhōng yì) — loyal and righteous (a Confucian virtue of unwavering loyalty and moral integrity)
Definition
A classical Confucian ideal combining absolute loyalty (esp. to a ruler or cause) with righteousness or moral integrity. Carries a strong literary/historical tone — used for ancient heroes, the 水浒 novel, or figures like 关羽, not everyday behavior.
adjective
loyal and righteous (a Confucian virtue of unwavering loyalty and moral integrity)
Examples
- 忠义。Tā shì yí gè zhōng yì zhī rén.He is a loyal and righteous person.
- 忠义。Zhè bù xiǎo shuō gē sòng le zhōng yì jīng shén.This novel praises the spirit of loyalty and righteousness.
- ，忠义。Zài gǔ dài, zhōng yì bèi shì wéi zuì zhòng yào de pǐn dé.In ancient times, loyalty and righteousness were regarded as the most important virtues.
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