捍卫

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Usage and Nuances of 捍卫

The verb 捍卫 (hàn wèi) means 'to defend' or 'to protect' with a strong, resolute connotation. It often implies a vigorous or even uncompromising defense, whether of a country, rights, or principles.

Common Contexts

  • Military or national defense: 捍卫国家 (defend the country)
  • Personal rights or interests: 捍卫权益 (defend rights)
  • Abstract ideas or opinions: 捍卫观点 (defend a viewpoint)

Collocations and Patterns

Register and Tone

This word is formal and often used in written or serious spoken contexts, such as news reports, speeches, or formal discussions. It conveys a strong sense of duty and determination.

Common Confusion

Do not confuse 捍卫 with 保卫, which also means 'to defend' but is more neutral and often used for physical guarding or protection. 捍卫 emphasizes a more active, sometimes ideological defense.

Example Sentences

The army vows to defend the country's sovereignty and territorial integrity

We should defend our own rights and not let others infringe upon them.

He defended his viewpoint with words, showing no concession.