bravery
word
/ˈbɹeɪvɝi/
BRAY-vur-ee
/bɹˈeɪvəɹi/
BRAY-vuh-ree
Definition
Bravery means having the courage to face danger, pain, or difficult situations without being afraid.
Usage & Nuances
'Bravery' is used in both formal and informal contexts. It's often found with 'act of bravery' or 'show bravery.' Sometimes confused with 'courage,' which is more about inner strength, while 'bravery' often refers to visible actions.
Spanish: valentía - corajePortuguese (BR): coragem - bravuraPortuguese (PT): coragem - valentiaChinese (Simplified): 勇气 - 勇敢Chinese (Traditional): 勇氣 - 勇敢Hindi: साहस - बहादुरीArabic: شجاعةBengali: সাহস - বীরত্বRussian: храбростьJapanese: 勇気 - 勇敢さVietnamese: sự dũng cảmKorean: 용기 - 용감함Turkish: cesaret - yiğitlikUrdu: حوصلہ - بہادریIndonesian: keberanian
Example Sentences
No one questioned his bravery after he saved the child.
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Acts of bravery often happen when we least expect them.
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He showed great bravery during the fire.
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The soldier's bravery was honored by everyone.
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It takes bravery to speak the truth.
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Her quiet bravery inspired everyone around her.
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