yǒng勇bravewǎng往gozhí直straightqián前forward
To advance bravely; to march forward courageously.
Literal meaning
brave (勇) — go (往) — straight (直) — forward (前)
Origin
A classical four-character phrase encouraging bravery and determination in the face of challenges.
Examples
Miàn duì kùnnán, wǒmen yào yǒngwǎng-zhíqián, jué bù tuìsuō.面对困难，我们要勇往直前，决不退缩。
When facing difficulties, we must advance bravely and never back down.
Zài zhuīqiú mèngxiǎng de dàolù shàng, wǒmen yào yǒngwǎng-zhíqián, kèfú yīqiè zhàng'ài.在追求梦想的道路上，我们要勇往直前，克服一切障碍。
On the road to pursuing our dreams, we must advance bravely and overcome all obstacles.
Usage & nuances
Emphasizes courage, determination, and perseverance in the face of adversity.
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