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JLPT N1

義勇

This is noble, selfless courage. You show it for a just cause, like protecting others or your country.

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Noun

Righteous Courage" / "Heroism

A formal term for bravery and self-sacrifice performed for a righteous or just cause, such as defending one’s country or helping people in danger.

Example

彼 は 義勇 の 精神 で 、 危険 を 顧み ず 人々 を 助け た 。

Driven by a spirit of heroism, he helped people without regard for the danger.

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義勇
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This is noble, selfless courage. You show it for a just cause, like protecting others or your country.
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