Japanese meaning of 勇猛果敢

Reading:
ゆうもうかかん (yuumou kakan)

English Translation:

Bravery and boldness

Meaning & Cultural Context

Meaning:


Brave and daring with decisive action under risk—courage that moves, not just feels; contrasted with rashness by implying control and purpose.

Cultural Context:


Common in sports headlines, military rhetoric, and corporate speeches praising leaders who act boldly at critical moments.

Grammar & Learning Points

Grammar Point

• Noun phrase with “な行動” or “に挑む” to describe daring and brave action without hesitation (“勇猛果敢な戦士”).
• Often used in military, sports, or adventure contexts.

Trap for English Speakers

Could be mistaken for recklessness, but it implies courage with decisiveness.

Example

Basic Example

勇猛果敢な行動で仲間を救った。

His brave and bold actions saved his friends.


Applied Example

敵に囲まれても一歩も引かない勇猛果敢な姿は、まるで少年漫画のラスボスだ。

Surrounded by enemies, his bravery and boldness made him look like the final boss in a shonen manga.