How to say "valiant" in Japanese
Choosing the right word
- 勇ましいいさましいi-adjectiveCovers the gallant, spirited sense of 'valiant': an i-adjective describing a brave, heroic appearance or bearing, such as a warrior's dignified, valiant figure or demeanor.
- 勇敢ゆうかんna-adjective, nounA na-adjective noun for courage shown in action; use it for the plain 'brave, valiant' sense, as of soldiers or rescuers acting fearlessly in the face of danger.
- 勇猛ゆうもうna-adjective, nounA more literary na-adjective noun emphasizing daring and boldness in battle; fits the 'daring, valiant' sense of a fierce, fearless fighter rather than everyday courage.
All three describe brave, heroic behavior; 「勇ましい」 is the adjective for a gallant, spirited manner, while 勇敢 and 勇猛 are more formal words for courage in action, 勇猛 adding boldness and daring.
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