疾風知勁草
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See also: 疾风知劲草
Chinese[edit]
gale; strong blast of wind; force 7 wind on the Beaufort scale | to know; to be aware | tough upright grass; a staunch character able to withstand tough test | ||
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trad. (疾風知勁草) | 疾風 | 知 | 勁草 | |
simp. (疾风知劲草) | 疾风 | 知 | 劲草 |
Pronunciation[edit]
Idiom[edit]
疾風知勁草
- only the toughest grass can withstand strong winds
- (figuratively) to show one's true colors after a stern test; a steadfast and staunch person unyielding in their integrity