胆量 (dǎnliàng) refers to courage or bravery, particularly in facing difficult situations or challenges. It embodies a sense of boldness and determination, often in the context of taking risks or standing up for one's beliefs.
HSK 7, 16 strokes, Hard
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May 27, 2026
胆量dǎnliàng(dan3liang4)
胆量 (dǎnliàng) refers to courage or bravery, particularly in facing difficult situations or challenges. It embodies a sense of boldness and determination, often in the context of taking risks or standing up for one's beliefs.
Strokes16Frequency#—DifficultyHard
Cultural Note
In Chinese culture,胆量 is often celebrated in stories about heroes or figures from history who overcame great odds. It plays an important role in the narrative of personal development and societal expectations.
Memory Tip
Imagine a lion (胆, dǎn) with a large heart (量, liàng) – this lion embodies immense courage. Whenever you think of 胆量, picture this fearless lion charging forward, unafraid of obstacles, reminding you of the bravery required in life.
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胆量Simplified
16Strokes
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名词míngcínoun (n.)Part of Speech
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HSK 3.0L7AdvancedCEFRC2
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勇气 (yǒngqì) refers to courage in a more general sense, while 胆量 (dǎnliàng) emphasizes boldness in facing specific challenges.
Memory Mnemonic
Imagine a lion (胆, dǎn) with a large heart (量, liàng) – this lion embodies immense courage. Whenever you think of 胆量, picture this fearless lion charging forward, unafraid of obstacles, reminding you of the bravery required in life.
Usage Notes
胆量 is typically used in both formal and informal contexts, often to describe a person's character. Be careful not to confuse it with similar words like 勇气 (yǒngqì), which translates more closely to 'bravery' but has a slightly different nuance.
HSK Study Tips
At HSK Level 7, focus on using 胆量 in more complex sentences, especially when discussing themes of courage in literature or personal experiences. Relate it to other HSK 7 vocabulary that describes character traits or emotional states.
Cultural Note
In Chinese culture,胆量 is often celebrated in stories about heroes or figures from history who overcame great odds. It plays an important role in the narrative of personal development and societal expectations.
Common Mistakes
Learners often confuse 胆量 with related terms, using it incorrectly in contexts where 勇气 would be more appropriate. For instance, saying '他缺乏胆量' when '他缺乏勇气' would be more accurate in discussing moral courage.
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Cultural Notes for 胆量
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In Chinese culture,胆量 is often celebrated in stories about heroes or figures from history who overcame great odds. It plays an important role in the narrative of personal development and societal expectations.
Frequently Asked Questions about 胆量
You can say, '他有很大的胆量去追求自己的梦想' (He has great courage to pursue his dreams).
Yes, 胆量 can refer to both physical bravery in dangerous situations and moral courage in standing up for one's beliefs.
Synonyms include 勇气 (yǒngqì) and 胆子 (dǎnzi), though each has its own nuances.
