疾風知勁草

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See also: 疾风知劲草

Chinese

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
trad. (疾風知勁草) 疾風 知 勁草
simp. (疾风知劲草) 疾风 知 劲草

Pronunciation

Idiom

疾風知勁草

  1. only the toughest grass can withstand strong winds
  2. (figuratively) to show one's true colors after a stern test; a steadfast and staunch person unyielding in their integrity

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