侠义 (xiá yì) — Chivalry and righteousness — the moral cod...

Chivalry and righteousness — the moral code of the wuxia hero: standing up for the weak, keeping promises, and prioritizing justice over personal gain. Used online to genuinely praise someone's selfless, principled behavior.

Example Usage

他不计报酬帮了我这么多，真有侠义精神。

He helped me so much without asking anything in return — truly the spirit of chivalry.

Cultural Context

侠义 is the philosophical heart of the wuxia genre. It remains a genuine compliment in modern Chinese, often contrasted with 自私 (selfishness) in discussions of values and character.

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