| Expression | 捨生取義 |
|---|---|
| Meaning | to give up life for righteousness (成语 saw, from Mencius); to choose honor over life/would rather sacrifice one's life than one's principles |
| Reading | se2 saang1 cheui2 yi6 |
| Recall | y |
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