疾风知劲草

MEANING

1. 壹名noun

   lit. sturdy grass withstands high winds (idiom)

   • jífēngzhījìngcǎo,bǎndàngshíchéngchén.

     疾风知劲草，板荡识诚臣。🔊

     Strong winds reveal tough grass, and times of turmoil reveal loyal ministers.

2. 貳名noun

   fig. strength of character is revealed in a crisis

   • jífēngzhījìngcǎo.

     疾风知劲草。🔊

     A strong wind reveals the strength of resilient grass.