相救
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Meaning: to rescue
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相救
相救 means 'to rescue' or 'to save' someone from danger or difficulty. It emphasizes the act of helping someone in a critical situation, often implying a direct and urgent intervention.
The character 相 (xiāng) originally meant 'mutual' or 'each other,' and later came to express a reciprocal action. 救 (jiù) means 'to save' or 'to rescue.' Together, 相救 conveys the idea of mutual assistance in times of need.
相救 is commonly used in contexts where someone actively helps another person avoid harm or danger. It appears in news, literature, and everyday conversation, reflecting the cultural value placed on solidarity and human compassion in Chinese society.
Example Sentences
他看到小孩掉进河里，立刻跳下去把他救上来。
He saw a child fall into the river and immediately jumped in to rescue him.
在火灾中，消防员们奋力救助被困的居民。
During the fire, firefighters struggled to rescue the trapped residents.