救援 (jiù yuán) — to rescue, to provide emergency aid

Definition

A formal, organized 'rescue' — typically an official operation (救援队, 救援行动), more structured than the everyday 帮助. Pairs with 抢救 for emergency/life-saving, vs 拯救 which adds the sense of saving from broader danger or crisis.

verb
to rescueto provide emergency aid

Examples

  • 救援
    jiù yuán Rén yuán yǐ jīng dào dá xiàn chǎng.
    The rescue personnel have already arrived at the scene.
  • 救援
    Tā men zhèng zài nǔ lì jiù yuán bèi kùn de yóu kè.
    They are working hard to rescue the stranded tourists.
  • 救援
    Zhè cì jiù yuán xíng dòng fēi cháng chéng gōng.
    This rescue operation was very successful.

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